Hepatic Cyst

Hepatic cyst is benign fluid-filled lesion (simple/congenital/polycystic), usually asymptomatic, rarely symptomatic (pain/early satiety) if large. Treatment: observation if small/asymptomatic; aspiration + sclerotherapy or laparoscopic fenestration for symptomatic/large; histology/imaging to rule out cystic neoplasm/echinococcal cyst; monitor for hemorrhage/infection; follow-up imaging if incidental; avoid puncture if echinococcal suspected.

Common Symptoms

Asymptomatic; pain/early satiety if large; benign fluid lesion

Causes and Pathogenesis

Congenital/developmental fluid-filled cavity in liver.

Treatment

Observation; aspiration/sclerotherapy/fenestration if symptomatic; rule out echinococcal/neoplasm

Preventive Measures

Early recognition of complications.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Hepatobiliary-surgery/Gastroenterology/Interventional-radiology department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.