Dr Dharmesh Dhanani
MS, FNB (Minimal Access Surgery), FACS, FALS, FMAS, FAIS
Consultant Gastrosurgeon, Bariatric & Laparoscopic Surgeon
Why Understanding Liver Health Matters
Your liver is one of the most vital organs in your body. It plays a key role in digestion, detoxifying harmful substances, producing essential proteins, and supporting your immune system. Despite its importance, liver damage often goes unnoticed in its early stages — until serious symptoms develop.
With rising cases of fatty liver disease, cirrhosis, and liver cancer, understanding the stages of liver damage is crucial. Early diagnosis and expert surgical care can make a life-saving difference. In Surat, renowned liver surgeon Dr. Dharmesh Dhanani provides advanced treatments for every stage of liver disease.
Stage-by-Stage Breakdown of Liver Damage
1. Fatty Liver (Steatosis)
Fatty liver is the earliest stage of liver damage and occurs when excess fat builds up in liver cells.
Causes include:
- Excessive alcohol intake
- Obesity
- Diabetes or insulin resistance
- Sedentary lifestyle
Good news: Fatty liver is mostly reversible with lifestyle changes like diet, exercise, and weight loss.
What to Do:
While surgery isn’t typically required, monitoring liver health with ultrasounds and liver function tests is essential. Dr. Dhanani offers consultation and preventive liver health assessments in Surat.
2. Liver Fibrosis
As damage progresses, the liver begins to scar — this stage is called fibrosis.
What happens during fibrosis:
- Collagen builds up in liver tissue.
- Liver function begins to decline slowly.
- Often, there are still no visible symptoms.
Diagnosis: A liver biopsy or diagnostic laparoscopy may be required to assess the severity of fibrosis.
Expert Care: Dr. Dharmesh Dhanani performs liver biopsies and minimally invasive diagnostic procedures to accurately stage liver disease in patients across Surat.
3. Liver Cirrhosis
Cirrhosis is advanced liver damage where normal tissue is replaced by extensive scarring, severely affecting liver function.
Symptoms may include:
- Fatigue
- Swelling in legs or abdomen (ascites)
- Yellowing of skin (jaundice)
- Easy bruising or bleeding
- Confusion or drowsiness (hepatic encephalopathy)
Surgical or Medical Interventions Include:
- Endoscopic banding for bleeding varices
- Treatment of ascites and fluid accumulation
- Liver resection in select patients with early-stage cirrhosis and localized tumors
- Monitoring for liver cancer (HCC) development
Note: Cirrhosis can’t be reversed, but its complications can be managed with timely medical and surgical care from a liver specialist.
4. Liver Cancer (Hepatocellular Carcinoma)
Cirrhosis increases the risk of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) – the most common type of liver cancer.
Signs of liver cancer may include:
- Sudden weight loss
- Upper right abdominal pain
- Loss of appetite
- Fatigue
- Abdominal swelling
Surgical Treatment Options by Dr. Dharmesh Dhanani in Surat:
- Liver lobectomy (removal of an entire lobe)
- Segmental liver resection (removal of part of the liver)
- Robotic and laparoscopic liver surgeries (minimally invasive approach)
- Tumor ablation procedures using heat or chemicals to destroy cancer cells
With early detection and the right surgical expertise, many liver cancer cases can be treated successfully.
Why Choose Dr. Dharmesh Dhanani for Liver Surgery in Surat?
Dr. Dharmesh Dhanani is a leading Gastrointestinal, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB), and Liver Surgeon in Surat. With a reputation for excellence and precision, he brings world-class surgical care to South Gujarat.
What Sets Him Apart:
- Expert in GI & HPB Surgery: Specialized in complex liver and gastrointestinal surgeries
- Advanced Robotic & Laparoscopic Techniques: Minimal pain, faster recovery
- Accurate Diagnosis: State-of-the-art imaging and liver biopsy methods
- Trusted Care at Kiran Hospital, Surat: A premier multi-specialty hospital equipped for advanced liver surgeries
Book a Liver Health Check or Consultation in Surat
Don’t ignore symptoms like fatigue, jaundice, or abdominal swelling. Early detection of liver damage can prevent complications and improve outcomes dramatically.
Visit Dr. Dharmesh Dhanani at Kiran Hospital, Surat
Website: www.dharmeshdhanani.com
Call Now: +91-8808808186
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