Hepatic pseudolesion near falciform ligament

Case contributed by Mostafa Elfeky
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Abdominal pain.

Patient Data

Age: 30 years
Gender: Female

A hypoenhancing area in Porto-venous phase is seen in segment IV adjacent to the fissure of the ligamentum teres. It is isodense on non-contrast and delayed phases.

Case Discussion

Typical location of a hepatic pseudo lesion near falciform ligament. It is commonly seen in the porto-venous phase. It is thought to be due to variant venous drainage.

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