Is multiple hepatic hemangiomas serious?
Jul 07, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Feng
Introduction
When multiple hepatic hemangiomas are present with individual tumor diameters less than 5 centimeters, and exhibit slow growth without evident compression of surrounding tissues or causing symptoms, the condition is generally not serious. These hemangiomas have minimal impact on normal liver function, and patients often remain asymptomatic. Regular imaging examinations, such as ultrasound or CT scans, are recommended to monitor any changes in the lesions.
Generally speaking, the severity of multiple hepatic hemangiomas depends on the size of the tumor, its growth rate, and whether it causes discomfort symptoms. Smaller tumors without abnormalities are relatively less severe, while larger tumors or those causing complications are more serious. If concerned, it is recommended to seek medical advice in advance. Detailed analysis is as follows:
When individual hepatic hemangiomas are less than 5 cm in diameter, grow slowly, and do not cause noticeable compression of surrounding tissues or discomfort symptoms, the condition is generally not serious. These hemangiomas have minimal impact on normal liver function, and patients often do not experience any noticeable symptoms. Regular imaging examinations such as ultrasound or CT scans to monitor changes in the tumor are sufficient, without the need for specific treatment. Maintaining regular作息 and a healthy diet in daily life is adequate.
If some of the multiple hepatic hemangiomas exceed 5 cm in diameter or grow rapidly within a short period, they may compress intrahepatic bile ducts and blood vessels, leading to symptoms such as right upper abdominal pain, abdominal distension, jaundice, and even the risk of rupture and bleeding. Hemangioma rupture can cause acute intra-abdominal hemorrhage, leading to severe consequences such as shock. This situation is dangerous and requires timely medical evaluation. Treatment options such as surgical resection or interventional embolization should be selected based on the patient's condition.
In daily life, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, improving dietary habits, engaging in appropriate physical exercise, enhancing physical fitness, and reducing the risk of disease are recommended.
