[Liver sinusoids: pathology of endothelial findings]

Abstract

This review covers a spectrum of pathologic changes and diseases involving hepatic sinusoids. In the majority of patients, clinical findings are rather uncharacteristic such as hepatomegaly, portal hypertension, or lingering liver failure of unknown origin. In contrast to more common hepatic disorders, characteristic clinical, serological, immunoserological, and radiographical findings are lacking. In these cases, biopsy findings may be crucial to guide treatment decisions. This review covers a variety of hepatic disorders that practicing pathologists may encounter in their clinical routine.

Keywords: Hepatic endothelial neoplasias; Hepatic sinusoidal obstruction syndrome; Hepatic vascular remodeling; Hepatomegaly; Peliosis hepatis.