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Inflammatory pseudotumors (IPT) of the liver are rare benign tumors of unknown origin. Most previously reported cases were initially misdiagnosed and treated surgically; thus, their course under medical treatment remains unclear. We report an additional case of hepatic IPT with a favorable outcome under medical treatment without surgical resection. New imaging and pathologic features of this disease are presented that may facilitate preoperative recognition and appropriate treatment.
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Jaïs, P., Berger, JF., Vissuzaine, C. et al. Regression of inflammatory pseudotumor of the liver under conservative therapy. Digest Dis Sci 40, 752–756 (1995). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02064975
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