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Ultrasound showed tere is a hypoechoic nodule in the left lobe of the liver measuring 1.3 cm in diameter.there is no evidence of ascites.your diagnos?

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Dr. Gregory Hines answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

None: You cannot make a diagnosis from that information. It is likely a benign cyst, but it could be something else. A biopsy is required to make the diagnosis.

Answered 9/29/2014

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Biopsy needed: Although what you are describing could match a benign cyst, a biopsy and/or a ct scan are needed to really tell what it is.

Answered 2/1/2015

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More imaging: Recommend a ct scan to better visualize the area. Then see a hepatologist to help interpret the imaging studies.

Answered 2/20/2014

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Dr. Cosme Manzarbeitia answered

Specializes in Surgery

Likely benign: But if not cystic, warrants further work up and possible excision or biopsy.

Answered 7/20/2018

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