Are there benign tumors in liver cirrhosis?

Liver cirrhosis-related tumors indeed can be benign. Liver cirrhosis mainly results from liver tissue damage leading to a fibrotic process, which may cause the formation of nodules and areas of sclerosis of varying sizes within the liver. Tumors developing on this pathological basis can either be malignant primary liver cancer, the incidence of which is several times higher in patients with liver cirrhosis compared to those without, or they can be benign tumors, such as hepatic hamartomas, hepatic cysts, or hepatic hemangiomas. Determining the nature of liver tumors associated with cirrhosis requires comprehensive analysis including medical history, tumor markers, and imaging studies. When necessary, a liver biopsy may also be required. Although liver cirrhosis-related tumors can be benign, the likelihood of malignancy is relatively higher; therefore, timely medical consultation and differential diagnosis are essential.