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100035 Solitary necrotic nodule of the liver

definition

Solitary necrotic tumor of the liver is 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.