International Journal of Hepatology (Jan 2013)

Hepatic Manifestations in Hematological Disorders

  • Jun Murakami,
  • Yukihiro Shimizu

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1155/2013/484903
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 2013

Abstract

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Liver involvement is often observed in several hematological disorders, resulting in abnormal liver function tests, abnormalities in liver imaging studies, or clinical symptoms presenting with hepatic manifestations. In hemolytic anemia, jaundice and hepatosplenomegaly are often seen mimicking liver diseases. In hematologic malignancies, malignant cells often infiltrate the liver and may demonstrate abnormal liver function test results accompanied by hepatosplenomegaly or formation of multiple nodules in the liver and/or spleen. These cases may further evolve into fulminant hepatic failure.