Pediatric Liver Cysts

Dallas

214-456-6040
Fax: 214-456-6320

Plano

469-497-2501
Fax: 469-497-2507

Park Cities

469-488-7000
Fax: 469-488-7001

Prosper

469-303-5000
Fax: 214-867-9511

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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.

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