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Solitary necrotic nodule of the liver

ORPHA:100035· ICD-10 K76.8

Definition

A rare nonmalignant hepatic lesion characterized by a mass with a completely necrotic core often partially calcified, surrounded by a dense hyalinized fibrous capsule containing elastin fibers. Patients are usually asymptomatic but some may suffer from intermittent abdominal pain or discomfort.