Question

Following a biopsy, a client has been diagnosed with a benign neoplastic tumor on the liver. Which of the following characteristics most likely applies to this tumor?

Group of answer choices

a.) It has a rapid rate of growth and can cause ischemia to the tissues

b.) The tumor is poorly approximated and has the potential to break loose

c.) The well-differentiated, neoplastic cells are clustered together in a single mass

d.) The tumor may secrete hormones and cytokines

Answer 1

a)  It has a rapid rate of growth and can cause ischemia to the tissues - Benign liver lesions are found in more than 20% of the general population. They make up the majority of all liver lesions in the United States and can usually be left untreated. They do not spread to other parts of the body, and typically do not pose a serious threat. However, if liver lesions cause pain, grow too large, are at risk of rupture, or cause internal bleeding, they may need to be surgically removed.