What kind of liver hemangioma needs surgery

  Indications for surgery of hepatic hemangioma 1.Newly discovered “hepatic hemangioma” but difficult to distinguish from other hepatic occupying lesions, especially if combined with positive hepatitis virus indicators or a history of chronic liver disease.  2.Hepatic hemangioma with clinical manifestations, such as abdominal pain, adjacent organ compression, kasabach-Merritt (abnormal platelet consumption) syndrome.  3.Hemangioma with obvious growth rate Age: Be cautious in surgery for patients over 60 years old, and do not operate without obvious symptoms.  Tumor size: <5cm generally do not need surgery, regular follow-up; 5-10cm should be decided according to the above indications; >10cm generally need surgery.  Surgery should be relatively aggressive for hemangiomas occurring in the periphery of the liver, growing with a tip, or in complex and dangerous areas.  Giant hepatic hemangioma in young women: hepatic hemangioma has the characteristics of accelerated growth during pregnancy and the risk of rupture and hemorrhage during delivery.  Special occupations: Surgical resection may be considered for giant hepatic hemangiomas that may cause liver trauma when the patient is engaged in strenuous sports or enthusiasts, such as boxing and soccer.