Massive progression of diffuse hepatic lymphangiomatosis after liver resection and rapid deterioration after liver transplantation

Am J Gastroenterol. 2001 Apr;96(4):1278-81. doi: 10.1111/j.1572-0241.2001.03712.x.

Abstract

Hepatic involvement is an exceptional presentation of lymphangiomatosis. In this case report we describe a patient who underwent liver transplantation secondary to progressive hepatic involvement, which occurred 2 yr after partial hepatectomy. Within 1 yr after liver transplantation the disease condition deteriorated, with rapid progression of pre-existing skeletal lesions and development of pulmonary disease. We conclude that liver transplantation may be a treatment option for hepatic lymphangiomatosis. In the presence of pre-existing extrahepatic lesions, however, liver transplantation seems to be contraindicated.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Contraindications
  • Disease Progression
  • Female
  • Hepatectomy*
  • Humans
  • Liver Neoplasms / pathology*
  • Liver Neoplasms / surgery*
  • Liver Transplantation*
  • Lymphangioma / pathology*
  • Lymphangioma / surgery*
  • Time Factors