Okasolusyöpä

Okasolusyöpä is a term used to describe angiosarcoma, a rare and aggressive type of cancer that originates in the blood vessels of the liver. The condition is also known as hepatic angiosarcoma.

The term "okasolusyöpä" is primarily used in Finland, where it is one of the most common names for this type of cancer. The name is derived from the Finnish words for "asiolkasyöpä" and "okasa," which refer to the liver and blood vessels, respectively.

Okasolusyöpä is typically found in older adults, and its incidence is highly associated with exposure to vinyl chloride monomer, a chemical used in the production of plastics and other materials. Prolonged exposure to this substance can lead to the formation of malignant cells in the liver's blood vessels, resulting in a diagnosis of angiosarcoma.

Symptoms of okasolusyöpä often appear in its later stages, including abdominal pain, fatigue, weight loss, and liver enlargement. Other less common symptoms may include bleeding, ascites, and liver failure. Diagnosis is typically made through a combination of imaging tests, such as CT scans and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and biopsy.

Okasolusyöpä is a highly aggressive cancer, with a generally poor prognosis and high mortality rate within the first year after diagnosis. Treatment options are often limited, and may include surgery, chemotherapy, and other palliative measures aimed at managing symptoms and improving quality of life. Further research is needed to better understand the causes and treatment options for this rare and often fatal type of cancer.