Hepatocellular adenoma

Hepatocellular adenoma

Definition

A benign epithelial neoplasm arising from the hepatocytes. Grossly, it appears as a soft, round mass which often contains areas of hemorrhage and necrosis. Morphologically, the neoplastic cells resemble normal hepatocytes and form plates separated by sinusoids. Most patients have a history of contraceptive or anabolic steroids use.

Also known as adenoma of liver cells, adenoma of the liver cells, adenoma, hepatocellular, benign, HCA, hepatocellular adenoma, liver cell adenoma — per MONDO

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
Alimentary part of gastrointestinal system Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Alimentary part of gastrointestinal system Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Liver Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Liver Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0