Cancer of the liver.
A malignant tumour of the liver formed of mature cells, especially found in people with cirrhosis.
Primary malignant tumor of the liver, most common in tropical parts of the world, especially where fungus-produced toxins (aflatoxins) may contaminate food; also sometimes associated with hepatitis or cirrhosis of the liver. Symptoms include an enlarged liver, pain, loss of appetite, weight loss, and the presence of alphafetoprotein in the plasma.
A tumor originating from liver cells that is usually malignant. Common symptoms of a malignant hepatoma (hepatocellular carcinoma) include bloating, abdominal pain, fever, weight loss, nausea, and decreased appetite. In advanced stages of the disease, symptoms can include ascites (swelling of the abdomen from fluid), jaundice (yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes), and swollen legs. Liver cancer is not common in the United States, although it may be the most common cancer worldwide. It is not generally diagnosed early and often reaches an advanced stage before symptoms develop and a person seeks medical care. Diagnosis of liver cancer usually requires a biopsy. Early-stage hepatomas can be removed surgically, or destroyed by injecting alcohol, using cryotherapy (freezing), or by embolization, in which a substance is, injected into the artery supplying blood to the tumor to block the blood flow. Current treatments of advanced liver cancer are not very effective; the primary goal is the relief of symptoms. Some patients can be treated with liver transplantation.
A malignant tumor of the liver, originating in mature liver cells. In Western countries it is rare in normal livers but may develop in patients with cirrhosis. In Africa and other tropical countries it is frequent, possible causes including fungi, parasites, and other ingested toxins. Hepatomas often synthesize alpha-fetoprotein, which circulates in the blood and is a useful indicator of these tumors. The term hepatoma is often, but incorrectly, used to include malignant tumors arising in the bile duct.
A primary malignant tumour of liver cells. It has marked geographical variation, being most common in parts of Africa and the Far East. It is more common in men and in those who have pre-existing cirrhosis.
Any liver tumor, benign or malignant. The term is usually used to describe a hepatocellular carcinoma.
A liver tumor, which can be cancerous, is referred to as a hepatoma or hepatocellular carcinoma.