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Pediatric Liver Cysts
What are Pediatric Liver Cysts?
Liver cysts are rare, bubble-like defects in the liver tissue. The cause is unknown.
What are the signs and symptoms of Pediatric Liver Cysts?
Most liver cysts do not cause symptoms. Larger cysts may cause:
- Bloating
- Pain in upper right abdomen
How are Pediatric Liver Cysts diagnosed?
How are Pediatric Liver Cysts treated?
These cysts are usually non-cancerous and require no treatment, unless they are large. They can be associated with infection and may need to be drained.
Surgery
Liver cysts that form with a malignant liver tumor or a bile duct malformation need to be removed. The type of surgery will depend on the cause and location of the cyst in the liver.
Pediatric Liver Cysts Doctors and Providers
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Adam Alder, MD Pediatric Surgeon -
Natasha Corbitt, MD Pediatric Surgeon -
Diana Diesen, MD Pediatric Surgeon -
Stephen Megison, MD Pediatric Surgeon -
Joseph Murphy, MD Pediatric Surgeon -
Samir Pandya, MD Pediatric Surgeon -
Faisal Qureshi, MD Pediatric Surgeon -
Mark Ryan, MD Pediatric Surgeon -
Lauren Gillory, MD Pediatric Surgeon -
To Nhu Nguyen, PA-C Physician Assistant - Gastroenterology