Giant biliary cystadenoma: case report and literature review

Am Surg. 2001 Aug;67(8):727-32.

Abstract

Biliary cystadenoma is a very rare cystic neoplasm of the liver. This tumor is insidiously progressive and usually presents in white females in their fifth decade. It has a characteristic appearance on ultrasound, computed tomography, and angiography. The exact etiology of these tumors is unknown, but several theories have been proposed. Historically these cystic tumors have been treated by a variety of techniques including aspiration, fenestration, internal drainage, and resection. Previously reported series have confirmed a >90 percent recurrence rate with anything less than complete excision. In addition biliary cystadenoma is a premalignant lesion and only surgical excision can differentiate it from its malignant counterpart, biliary cystadenocarcinoma.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Common Bile Duct / pathology
  • Cystadenoma, Mucinous / diagnostic imaging
  • Cystadenoma, Mucinous / pathology
  • Cystadenoma, Mucinous / surgery*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Liver Neoplasms / diagnostic imaging
  • Liver Neoplasms / pathology
  • Liver Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed
  • Ultrasonography, Doppler