Mesenchymal Hamartoma of the Liver in Children： a Report of Four Cases

OBJECTIVE Mesenchymal hamartoma of the liver (MHL) is a rare disease that makes up about 5%–8% of primitive hepatic tumors in children. The etiology of MHL has been the subject of considerable discussion. The possibility of malignant transformation of MHL is inclusive. To enhance the recognition of MHL in children, we have review the procedures in diagnosis and treatment and present 4 of our own cases.