Articles on Medical Diseases and Conditions

Metastatic tumor to the liver may be completely occult or may produce a clinical or laboratory picture compatible with hepatomegaly of unknown origin; normal liver with elevated ALP levels simulating bone disease; active cirrhosis; or obstructive jaundice. The liver is a frequent target for metastases, some of the most common primary sites being lung, breast, […]

This procedure has been greatly simplified, and its morbidity and mortality markedly reduced, by the introduction of small-caliber biopsy needles such as the Menghini. Nevertheless, there is a small but definite risk. Relative contraindications to biopsy include a PT in the anticoagulant range or a platelet count less than 50,000/mm3. Liver biopsy is especially useful […]