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My ultrasound shows small hypoechoic nodule in right lobe of liver ( segment vii) measuring 10x16mm. what it mean>?

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Difficult to say: without additional details. Statistically, if you are of average risk, most small incidental liver lesions are benign. Further diagnostic testing(e.g. CT and/or MRI) may be needed because the US appearance is often too non specific.

Answered 3/22/2020

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My ultrasound shows small hypoechoic nodule in right lobe of liver ( segment vii) measuring 10x16mm. what it mean>?

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