Liver Resection


Liver resection is the partial removal of liver tissue, used to treat pathologies of the hepatobiliary system. This operation is considered an organ-preserving procedure that allows for the maintenance of liver function and ensures a quick recovery for the patient after the illness. Moreover, the liver is the only organ in the human body capable of regeneration and can partially restore lost tissue.

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Indications for Liver Resection

Liver resection is an effective surgical treatment for diseases of the hepatobiliary system. Indications for partial liver removal include:

  • Malignant liver tumors
  • Metastatic lesions
  • Large benign tumors
  • Cysts
  • Abscess formation
  • Extensive liver trauma
  • Complications of infectious diseases
  • Parasitic liver infections

Types of Liver Resection

The type of surgical intervention depends on the size and location of the lesion. The liver consists of segments, which allows for the partial removal of tissue in a specific area without excessive trauma. Additionally, the type of resection depends on the topographical location of important structures and blood vessels within the liver. Specialists differentiate the following types:

  • Typical Resection: The surgeon considers the segmental structure of the liver and removes the pathological process along with the affected area.
  • Atypical Resection: Specific fragments of the liver are removed without considering the segmental structure, with primary attention given to preserving blood vessels and bile ducts.

Typical resections are further divided into:

  • Segmentectomy: Removal of one liver fragment.
  • Bisegmentectomy: Removal of two adjacent segments.
  • Mesohépatectomy: Removal of central liver fragments.
  • Hemihepatectomy: Complete removal of the affected lobe (right or left) or four liver segments.
  • Extended Hepatectomy: Removal of a liver lobe along with an adjacent segment.

Atypical liver resections include:

  • Wedge Resection: Removal of liver tissue in the shape of a wedge.
  • Edge Resection: Removal of the upper or lower part of the liver.
  • Plane Resection: Removal of a portion of the diaphragmatic pole of the liver.
  • Transverse Resection: A horizontal cut through the liver.

Most liver surgeries are performed using laparoscopic minimally invasive techniques; however, in some complex cases, laparotomy (incision of the anterior abdominal wall) may be necessary. The surgeon selects the type of resection after a detailed diagnosis of the liver pathology, evaluating all potential complications and analyzing the advantages and disadvantages of each operation.

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Stages of Liver Resection Surgery

After detailed diagnostics and the selection of the treatment method, the patient undergoes preoperative preparation and is then directed to the surgical block. The liver resection procedure at the "Helyos" Clinic consists of the following main stages:

  • Anesthesia administration
  • Making incisions
  • Removal of the affected part of the liver
  • Clipping of blood vessels
  • Suturing of liver parenchyma
  • Wound closure

Recovery After Liver Resection

The rehabilitation period depends on the type and extent of the surgery as well as the patient's overall health condition. Typically, the patient stays in the clinic for 2-5 days under constant medical supervision. After that, the patient is given recommendations and sent home for further recovery. As the liver is an important organ in the digestive system, following a gentle diet after surgery is crucial. The rehabilitation period after liver resection lasts from 1 to 3 months, during which the patient must follow these guidelines:

  • Limit physical exertion
  • Strictly adhere to the diet
  • Avoid harmful habits
  • Drink plenty of fluids
  • Take prescribed medications
  • Regularly visit the doctor
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Advantages of Liver Resection at the Helyos Clinic

The "Helyos" Medical Center is equipped with all the necessary modern equipment for successfully performing surgeries of any complexity. Our doctors use a comprehensive, individualized approach for each patient, thoroughly diagnosing and selecting the most effective treatment method. At the "Helyos" clinic in Dnipro, experienced specialists apply the latest techniques and achieve the best results in treating liver diseases. Each patient room in the medical center is equipped with everything necessary to ensure the patient's comfort before and after surgery.

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Prices

Surgeon consultation
800 UAH
Surgeon consultation (Doctor of Medical Sciences)
1100 UAH
Liver resection
100000 UAH
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