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focal nodular hyperplasia (liver)

Epidemiology: - more common in women Pathology: - focal nodular hyperplasia in the liver a) does not undergo malignant transformation b) is not hormone-responsive c) large central artery runs through a central scar radiating outward as smaller vessels through fibrous tissue that comprises the lesion d) does not confer risk for major bleeding [1] Differential diagnosis: - cirrhosis Management: - resection only if mass effect on neighboring structure(s)

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hyperplasia liver disease

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  1. Medical Knowledge Self Assessment Program (MKSAP) 15, 18, 19. American College of Physicians, Philadelphia 2009, 2018, 2021.