Focal Nodular Hyperplasia (FNH) Flashcards

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What is FNH?

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Benign nodular formation of normal liver tissues
Classically a central scar containing a large artery with radiating branches to the periphery
-Hyper vascular solid lesion
NO MALIGNANT RISK AND MINIMAL BLEED RISK

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How does FNH present?

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Usually asymptomatic in young and middle aged women

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How is it diagnosed?

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US
CT
MRI
FNA

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How is FNH treated?

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No treatment necessary

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