Question 1

what is a complex liver cyst with internal echoes and septal and wall calcifications mean?

Accepted Answer

Complex cyst: Could be an infection, infestation like hydatid cyst or necrotic mass. 
You need more work up, blood test and more imaging such as mri.

Question 2

can liver cyst be carcinoid?

Accepted Answer

No, Not really: But the shadows of the liver cysts can be confused with tumor metastases in the liver. However follow up tests and other imaging tests like ultrasound or MRI of the liver can easily make a distinction between the cysts versus the tumors like carcinoid tumors.

Question 3

could trauma cause a liver cyst?

Accepted Answer

Very rare: Liver cysts are not that uncommom with no known causes.  They can grow very large and it is unheard of them to rupture.  Among the cysts of the liver, one of the rarest types is that caused by blunt trauma to the liver resulting in hematoma and cyst formation.

Question 4

is a septated liver cyst cancerous?

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Usually not: I've seen these often at autopsy and they're quite benign. Ask the radiologist for a better idea.

Question 5

are complex liver cyst always cancerous?

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No: Complex liver cysts are typically not cancer. Cancer often has a different picture on ct or MRI of the liver. Cysts are common findings in patients, and can involve the liver or kidney.

Question 6

what is a complex liver cyst? is it cancerous?

Accepted Answer

MULTIPLE CHAMBERS: A complex cyst just means the fluid filled mass is multi-chambered, and not a simple single chamber.  It is probably congenital, and is unlikely to be malignant.

Question 7

how do a 2 month old get a liver cyst, should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Liver cyst: Children are usually born with them. They are not a problem unless they enlarge or bleed. Cysts may be present in other parts of the body and are usually benign

Question 8

i have a 5 centimeter complicated liver cyst.  is this a reason for concern?

Accepted Answer

Could be: Depending your travel history, it could be a parasitic cyst and needs to be evaluated. It would be prudent to consult a liver specialist. A cyst of this size may be treatable with radio-frequency ablation, without needed open surgery.

Question 9

liver cyst complex cyst partially septated for 15 years scared. what does that mean?

Accepted Answer

Cysts usually benign: Given the duration, presumably imaged 15 yrs ago, it is likely a benign liver cyst. But given you have some liver tissue conditions, like fatty liver and lupus, an evaluation for other concerns from a gastroenterologist may be useful, especially if you are symptomatic now. The other issue is being scared without action, and consultation directly With your primary doctor may be in order.

Question 10

recently diagnosed complex liver cyst that causes permanent mild pain, what to do?my next dr app in 1 month

Accepted Answer

Depends...: ...On the appearance of the cyst on x-ray and ultrasound, and on how symptomatic it is.  Be sure to keep your appts. And notify your doc if pain worsens.

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