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Hepatectomy or liver resection is a surgical operation to remove part or all of your liver. If you have part of your liver removed, it can grow back to its former size. If you have a total hepatectomy, you will need a liver transplant.
There is a risk of infection after an operation. The wound area might be red and sore. If you have a chest infection you might have a cough or feel short of breath. You might also feel generally unwell and have a temperature. Let your doctor or nurse know if you have any symptoms.
12 sty 2021 · Effective pain control can facilitate early mobilization and reduce postoperative complications. 4 It has been emphasized that adequate pain management is a key to the success of an enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) program in liver resection. 1 5
9 kwi 2024 · Introduction. We realise this is an anxious time for you and your relatives. We hope that by providing accurate information you will know what to expect before and after your operation and hopefully feel better prepared. St. James’s Hospital is a regional centre for liver surgery, specialising in many different types of liver resection.
You have the wound stitches or clips taken out after about 10 days. Some wounds are closed with stitches that dissolve and don't need to be removed. Painkillers. It’s normal to have pain for the first week or so. You have painkillers to help. Tell your doctor or nurse as soon as you feel any pain.
1 lis 2023 · When the liver is partially removed, the remaining portion can compensate and regain full function. Surgical oncologist Ching-Wei Tzeng, M.D., explains how the liver’s ability to recover impacts a surgical treatment plan for liver cancer.
29 kwi 2024 · Generally, minimally invasive surgery for liver cancer is associated with positive outcomes like shorter hospital stays, less postoperative pain, quicker recovery, and results about the same as traditional open surgery.
