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Primary liver tumors in pediatric patients: proper imaging technique for diagnosis and staging.

Authors :
Rozell JM
Catanzano T
Polansky SM
Rakita D
Fox L
Source :
Seminars in ultrasound, CT, and MR [Semin Ultrasound CT MR] 2014 Aug; Vol. 35 (4), pp. 382-93. Date of Electronic Publication: 2014 May 28.
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

Liver tumors in children are rare and comprise a diverse set of both benign and malignant lesions, most of which are not clinically detected until they are large and often difficult to resect. Technological advances in diagnostic imaging have greatly influenced the surgical planning of these lesions and ultimately the clinical outcome. The intent of this article is to present an imaging algorithm for the effective and efficient workup of liver tumors in pediatric patients. This includes the appropriate timing and use of various imaging modalities, such as conventional radiographs, ultrasound, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging. This article also addresses the use of sedation, intravenous contrast agents, and the benefits and limitations of specific imaging modalities. An overview of the radiologic and pathologic findings in common liver lesions in pediatric patients, as well as individual case examples demonstrating the use of the proposed workup algorithm, is provided.<br /> (Copyright © 2014 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1558-5034
Volume :
35
Issue :
4
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Seminars in ultrasound, CT, and MR
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
25129215
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1053/j.sult.2014.05.006