Hepatobiliary Surgery
Hepatobiliary surgery is an advanced and complex field of surgery. It is an important tool for diagnosing and treating high risk liver diseases. Hepatobiliary surgery covers procedures that treat disorders of the bilary system which include liver, pancreas gallbladder and bile duct. With the help of trained hepatobiliary surgeons, these illnesses can be addressed safely, leading to increased quality of life for patients. Be sure to speak to your physician about any further inquiries or questions you might have about specific treatments or procedures related to hepatobiliary surgery.
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Enlarged Spleen (Splenomegaly)
- Gallbladder Polyp(s)
- Pancreatic Cysts
- Polycystic Liver Disease
- Severe Gallstones
- Chemoembolization: cuts of blood flow of blood and nutrients to the tumor and traps chemotherapy drugs at the site, making them more effective
- Cholecystectomy: removal of the gallbladder
Radiofrequency - Ablation: removal of cancerous or noncancerous growths using radiofrequency
- Whipple Procedure: removal of part of the pancreas and a part of the stomach, small intestine, and lymph nodes near the pancreas. In addition, the gallbladder and bile duct are removed.
