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Liver Surgery
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Liver surgery is one of the most complex abdominal procedures performed worldwide. It is primarily used to treat liver cancer, benign tumors, cysts, trauma, or living donor transplantation. The liver is a vital organ responsible for detoxification, metabolism, and bile production. Because of its critical role, surgery on the liver requires precision and expertise.
This article explains liver surgery comprehensively — what liver conditions are, symptoms, causes, risks, prevention, diagnosis, surgical procedures, recovery, complications, and long-term outlook.
Overview
The liver can be affected by:
Primary liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma).
Secondary liver cancer (metastasis from colon, breast, or lung).
Benign tumors (hemangiomas, adenomas).
Cysts or abscesses.
Trauma (accidents causing liver rupture).
End-stage liver disease requiring transplantation.
Understanding The Procedure
Symptoms Liver Surgery
- ⦾ Abdominal pain or swelling
- ⦾ Jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes)
- ⦾ Fatigue and weakness
- ⦾ Loss of appetite
- ⦾ Nausea and vomiting
- ⦾ Unexplained weight loss
- ⦾ Easy bruising or bleeding
Risks
- ⦾ Bleeding (liver is highly vascular)
- ⦾ Infection
- ⦾ Bile leak
- ⦾ Liver failure (if too much removed)
- ⦾ Rejection in transplant cases
- ⦾ Recurrence of cancer
Post-Operative Care
- ⦾ Pain management with medications.
- ⦾ Strict monitoring of liver function.
- ⦾ Balanced diet with adequate protein.
- ⦾ Avoid alcohol and hepatotoxic drugs.
- ⦾ Regular follow-up with hepatologist.
Long Term Outlook
Liver surgery is highly effective when performed for the right indications. Patients with benign disease recover fully. Cancer outcomes depend on stage and type, but surgery offers the best chance of cure. Transplantation provides new life for patients with end-stage disease.
Liver surgery is a complex but life-saving procedure. With modern techniques, anesthesia, and post-operative care, outcomes are excellent. Patients regain health, energy, and quality of life when surgery is combined with lifestyle changes and regular monitoring.
