Regression of inflammatory pseudotumor of the liver under conservative therapy

Dig Dis Sci. 1995 Apr;40(4):752-6. doi: 10.1007/BF02064975.

Abstract

Inflammatory pseudotumors (IPT) of the liver are rare benign tumors of unknown origin. Most previously reported cases were initially misdiagnosed and treated surgically; thus, their course under medical treatment remains unclear. We report an additional case of hepatic IPT with a favorable outcome under medical treatment without surgical resection. New imaging and pathologic features of this disease are presented that may facilitate preoperative recognition and appropriate treatment.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Granuloma, Plasma Cell / diagnostic imaging
  • Granuloma, Plasma Cell / pathology
  • Granuloma, Plasma Cell / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Liver Diseases / diagnostic imaging
  • Liver Diseases / pathology
  • Liver Diseases / therapy*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed