Primary carcinoma of the liver: With report of case successfully treated by partial hepatectomy

Abstract

Carcinoma occurs only very rarely as a primary disease of the liver, in marked contrast to secondary growths, which are extremely common in this organ. Up to sixty years ago observers belived the reverse to be the case, and, in spite of Virchow's warning in regard to the importance of searching for a primary focus with meticulous care, many cases were reported which were later discredited.