Symptoms:
It is a very rare cancerous tumor that starts in the liver. These cancerous cells can metastasize (spread) to other areas of the body. This disease primarily affects children from infancy to about 3 years of age. However, even adults can develop this condition depending on their lifestyle,weight,family history.
- Jaundice
- Abdominal pain
- Unexplained weight loss
- Enlarged liver
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Back pain
- Itching
- Fever
Tests to diagnose:
- Blood tests
- Biopsy
- Laparoscopy
- Tests for viral hepatitis
- MRI scans
- CT scan
- Radioisotope scans
- PET scan
Treatment:
Treatment for curable tumors:
- Partial hepatectomy
- Liver transplant
Treatment for incurable tumors:
- Ablative therapy
- Radiation therapy
- Chemotherapy