Beyond hepatic hemangiomas: the diverse appearances of gastrointestinal and genitourinary hemangiomas

Abdom Imaging. 2015 Oct;40(8):3313-29. doi: 10.1007/s00261-015-0515-8.

Abstract

Hemangiomas are common lesions, best known for their appearance in the liver. Their appearance in less common locations, such as the gastrointestinal and genitourinary tracts, is less well known. We will review the typical and atypical appearance of hemangiomas in these locations on sonography, CT, and MRI.

Keywords: Gastrointestinal; Genitourinary; Hemangioma; Imaging; Liver; Spleen.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Gastrointestinal Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Hemangioma / diagnosis*
  • Humans
  • Liver Neoplasms
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging*
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed*
  • Ultrasonography*
  • Urogenital Neoplasms / diagnosis*