What does hepatic calcification shadow mean?
Apr 06, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Jin Zhongkui
Introduction
Liver calcification shadows may be caused by fatty liver, in which liver damage leads to abnormal blood circulation and metabolism. If hepatic schistosomiasis occurs, egg granulomas can cause liver fibrosis or hepatocyte atrophy, resulting in liver calcification shadows. It could also be intrahepatic bile duct stones, primarily pigment stones containing calcium bilirubinate, which may appear as calcification shadows on imaging studies.
In general, liver calcification shadows may be caused by conditions such as fatty liver, hepatic schistosomiasis, or intrahepatic bile duct stones. A detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Fatty Liver
Fatty liver disease may cause certain damage to the liver, leading to abnormalities in blood circulation and metabolism. During imaging examinations, liver calcification shadows may be observed. Patients should consume more high-protein and high-vitamin foods, avoid high-fat and high-cholesterol foods, and engage in appropriate physical exercise to control body weight.
2. Hepatic Schistosomiasis
If a patient has hepatic schistosomiasis, egg granulomas may lead to liver fibrosis or hepatocyte atrophy, resulting in liver calcification shadows. Treatment may include hepatoprotective medications such as Hugan Pian (liver-protecting tablets), Compound Glycyrrhizin Tablets, and Silybin capsules, used according to medical advice.
3. Intrahepatic Bile Duct Stones
Intrahepatic infections or bile stasis may lead to intrahepatic bile duct stones. These are primarily pigment stones containing calcium bilirubinate, which have a relatively high calcium content. Imaging studies may therefore reveal liver calcification shadows. Medications such as Danning Tablets, Xiaoyan Libidan Tablets (anti-inflammatory and bile-promoting tablets), and Ursodeoxycholic Acid Soft Capsules may be used under a physician's guidance.
In addition, liver calcification shadows may also result from cirrhosis. It is recommended to seek timely medical evaluation to determine the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatment.
