A rare case of congenital right lobar segmental hepatic hypoplasia complicated by portal hypertension: a radiologic perspective

Abstract

Background

Segmental hypoplasia of liver is an infrequently encountered congenital anomaly which is clinically indolent and detected incidentally on cross sectional imaging or abdominal surgery which can have a myriad of surgical and medical implications. The unique radiological manifestations and associated complications makes it a diagnostically challenging entity.

Case presentation

We report a case of a middle-aged female presenting with complaints of non-specific abdominal pain for two years in which we reported the presence of segmental hypoplasia of right lobe complicated by development of portal hypertension incidentally detected on ultrasound examination which was followed up and confirmed on cross sectional imaging.

Conclusions

In this case report, we present a unique instance of congenital segmental hypoplasia of the liver, highlighting the intricacies of its radiological presentation, potential clinical implications, and the challenges associated with its diagnosis. By examining this rare anomaly, we aim to contribute to the growing body of knowledge surrounding hepatic developmental disorders, fostering a deeper understanding of the clinical spectrum, and facilitating improved patient care through enhanced diagnostic awareness.