Hepatobiliary surgery is a branch of surgery that specializes in diseases of the liver and gallbladder. Hepatobiliary surgery mainly looks at some diseases related to the liver and gallbladder, and the following are some common conditions:
1.Gallstones: Gallstones are a common condition that is mainly due to the formation of gallstones in the bile inside the gallbladder. When a stone is too large or moves, it can block the outlet of the gallbladder, leading to inflammation of the gallbladder. Hepatobiliary surgeons can use surgery or medications to make gallstones.
2.Liver cysts: Liver cysts are cysts that form inside the liver and can be congenital or acquired. Liver cysts are usually asymptomatic, but surgery by a hepatobiliary surgeon may be needed if the cyst is too large or causes other complications**.
3.Liver abscess: Liver abscess is a rare but serious condition that is mainly caused by an infection of the liver. Symptoms of liver abscess include abdominal pain, fever, fatigue, etc., requiring antibiotics** and possibly surgery**.
4.Liver cancer: Liver cancer is a malignant tumor, and common causes include liver cirrhosis, hepatitis B virus infection, etc. The early symptoms of liver cancer are not obvious, and the late symptoms include jaundice, ascites, etc. Hepatobiliary surgeons can perform surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, etc.
5.Cholangiocarcinoma: Cholangiocarcinoma is a malignant tumour that occurs mainly inside the bile ducts. The early symptoms of cholangiocarcinoma are not obvious, and the late stage may manifest as jaundice, abdominal pain, etc. Hepatobiliary surgeons can improve the survival rate of patients by surging** cholangiocarcinoma.
In general, hepatobiliary surgery mainly studies and ** diseases related to the liver and gallbladder, including gallstones, liver cysts, liver abscesses, liver cancer, bile duct cancer, etc. Through timely diagnosis and quality, it can help patients to improve their quality of life as soon as possible. If you have any of the above symptoms, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible and follow your doctor's advice**. New Year's Creation Incentive Program