Metastatic liver disease

Metastatic Liver Disease is a medical condition where cancer cells from other parts of the body spread to the liver. This is different from liver cancer, which starts in the liver. The liver is a common site for metastatic disease because of its rich, dual blood supply.

Causes

The most common cancers that spread to the liver are breast, colorectal, gastric, lung, pancreatic, and melanoma.

Symptoms

Symptoms of metastatic liver disease may include abdominal pain, jaundice, and weight loss. However, many people have no symptoms and the disease is discovered incidentally during the evaluation of another condition.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of metastatic liver disease is often made by imaging studies such as CT, MRI, or ultrasound. A liver biopsy may be performed to confirm the diagnosis.

Treatment

Treatment of metastatic liver disease depends on the type and stage of the primary cancer. Options may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, or a combination of these.

Prognosis

The prognosis for metastatic liver disease varies widely and depends on many factors, including the type and stage of the primary cancer, the extent of liver involvement, and the overall health of the patient.

See Also

• Liver Cancer
• Metastasis
• Cancer

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