Peliosis hepatitis.
The angiographic findings in a patient with peliosis hepatitis are described. Histologically, multiple blood-filled cystic spaces are seen, often communicating with the hepatic sinusoids. There is evidence that steroid therapy may be a causative factor. The differential diagnosis is discussed.
D000328:Adult; D000792:Angiography; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008107:Liver Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000473:pathology; D011693:Purpura / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000473:pathology