Liver Procedures
Common Liver Surgical Procedures and Execution Procedures
Liver surgical procedures play a vital role in diagnosing and treating various liver pathologies, from liver cancer to acute and chronic liver diseases. Below are some common procedures and their execution procedures:
RFA is a non-surgical procedure commonly used to destroy small or unresectable liver tumors. In this procedure, an electrode is inserted through the skin and guided into the liver tumor under ultrasound or CT guidance. High-frequency electrical current is then passed through the electrode to generate heat, damaging and destroying the cancerous cells.
Benefits and Risks of Liver Surgical Procedures
While liver surgical procedures offer significant benefits, it’s essential to weigh potential risks. Explore more about liver health assessments through procedures like Liver Biopsy:
While liver surgical procedures can offer many benefits to patients, they also come with risks and potential complications that need to be carefully considered and managed.
Benefits of Liver Surgical Procedures:
- Tumor Removal: Procedures such as hepatectomy and RFA can remove or destroy liver tumors, helping to control and treat liver cancer and other liver pathologies.
- Improved Quality of Life: By removing liver tumors or reducing their size, liver surgical procedures can alleviate symptoms and improve the quality of life for patients.
Risks of Liver Surgical Procedures:
- Surgical Risks: Although rare, liver surgical procedures still carry the risk of a range of surgical complications, including bleeding, infection, and liver dysfunction.
- Postoperative Complications: Some patients may develop postoperative complications such as swelling, bleeding, or hepatic artery pseudoaneurysm.
By understanding the benefits and risks of liver surgical procedures, physicians and patients can collaboratively make informed decisions and choose the most appropriate treatment method for each specific case.
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