Liver showing congenital polycystic disease

Object numberGC.15170
TitleLiver showing congenital polycystic disease
DescriptionLiver showing congenital polycystic disease.
The liver is enlarged due to the presence of numerous cysts scattered throughout the substance of the organ. The cysts vary in size. None exceed approximately 2.5cm in diameter. The cysts are lined with a smooth membrane and the appearance are those of multiple cystic disease of congenital origin
Production placeWestern General Hospital, Edinburgh
Production periodTwentieth century
Object nameLIVER
Object categoryAnatomical, specimen
Dimensions
- Jar Height: 19.0 cm
Width: 24.4 cm
Depth: 8.8 cm