Hepatic Metastases

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Test:

S.GGT (H), S.alpha -fetoprotein (H), ultrasound(AB), CT (AB)

Sign:

Hepatonnegaly, jaundice, shifting dullness (asci-tes), fluid thrill (ascites)

Dd:

Other liver diseases, Hodgkin's disease

Phys:

No specific test. Only positive result significant Transmitted parenterally or sexually. Incubation period 1-6 months. Fulminant in 1% of cases. 10-20% develop chronic active infection. Risk of malignancy increased dramatically. Vaccine available