Korean J Gastroenterol.  2001 Dec;38(6):444-448.

A Case of Hepatocellular Adenoma Not Associated with Oral Contraceptive in Woman

• Kang SJ
• Lee OJ
• Jung KW
• Kim HG
• Lee DH
• Jung WT
• Cho JH
• Hong SC

Abstract

Hepatocellular adenomas are rare benign tumors which are found principally in women during the period of reproductive activity. There is a causal relation between the use of oral contraceptives and these tumors. Because of the risk of hemorrhage and malignant transformation, hepatocellular adenoma must be treated promptly. We experienced a 26-year-old woman with a huge hepatocellular adenoma not associated with oral contraceptive. The tumor did not respond to transarterial embolization, so it was resected surgically.

MeSH Terms

Adenoma, Liver Cell*
Adult
Contraceptives, Oral
Female
Hemorrhage
Humans
Contraceptives, Oral