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A haemangioma is a benign (non cancerous) tumour of the liver.
They are very common. About 3 people in every 100 has them.
Usually they cause no problems and need no treatment. Rarely, they grow quite large. This can cause discomfort and a feeling of fullness in the tummy (abdomen). If this happens an operation may be needed to remove them.
It is usually not difficult to know if a tumour on the liver is a haemangioma. This can be seen on a CT scan and no further tests are needed to make the diagnosis.
Content last reviewed: 14 July 2006
Page last modified: 14 January 2009
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