hepatomegaly
/ˌhɛpətoʊˈmɛɡəli/
noun
- An abnormal enlargement of the liver, often a sign of disease or other medical condition.
- Chronic alcohol use can lead to hepatomegaly and other liver problems.
- The doctor diagnosed hepatomegaly after feeling the patient's enlarged liver during the exam.
- An ultrasound confirmed hepatomegaly, so the patient was referred to a specialist.