Hepatomegaly

Hepatomegaly
Computerized tomography of affected person with hepatomegaly
SpecialtyHepatology 
SymptomsWeight loss, lethargy
CausesLiver abscess (pyogenic abscess), Malaria
Diagnostic methodAbdominal ultrasonography
TreatmentPrednisone and azathioprine

Hepatomegaly is enlargement of the liver. It is a non-specific medical sign, having many causes, which can broadly be broken down into infection, hepatic tumours, and metabolic disorder. Often, hepatomegaly presents as an abdominal mass. Depending on the cause, it may sometimes present along with jaundice.

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