Focal Nodular Hyperplasia

  My wife had an 80% liver resection eight years ago, to remove FNH lesions.
  Recent scans confirmed that there are 2 new masses (about 2 or 3 cm.)We've been
  advised to simply wait and see if these grow or become more vascular. This is too scary,
  are there remedies other than surgery?
Dear Brian,
Focal nodular hyperplasia is usually a solitary lesion but can present as multiple lesions in up to 10-20% of patients. It is considered a benign tumor with little chance for malignant transformation. A central, stellate scar seen on CT scan or MRI of the abdomen suggests the diagnosis of focal nodular hyperplasia. Management of these lesions is expectant and surgical resection is usually not necessary. However, when recurrent, severe pain or rupture with intraperitoneal bleeding occurs, resection is necessary. If the diagnosis is uncertain, a CT or ultrasound guided biopsy of the masses can help to confirm the benign nature of these lesions. I hope you find this information helpful.
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