Hepatic resection (segmentectomy, lobectomy) in Bhakkar

What it is

Hepatic resection is an operation that removes the part of the liver holding a tumour or diseased tissue. A segmentectomy takes out a single segment, while a lobectomy removes a whole lobe.

How the procedure works

Dr. Shehryar Niazi and his team usually work through a few small keyhole cuts, using a camera and fine instruments to separate and remove the affected part. When a tumour is large or awkwardly placed, an open approach through a single larger incision may be safer.

Benefits

Only the diseased part of the liver is removed
Smaller keyhole cuts and less pain after surgery
The liver can regenerate over the following weeks

Who it is for

Hepatic resection suits people with a liver tumour or metastasis that sits in a part of the liver that can be safely removed. Enough healthy liver must remain for the body to keep working normally.

Recovery

Most patients stay in hospital for several days and return to light activity within a few weeks. The liver gradually regrows toward its normal size during this time.

The experience with Dr. Shehryar Niazi in Bhakkar

Care begins with a consultation at Brigadier Shafiq Trust Hospital, where Dr. Shehryar Niazi reviews your history, explains the options and answers your questions. Surgery and follow-up are handled by the same team, so you deal with familiar faces at every step.

For more information or to book an appointment, contact the clinic on +92 318 7801855.

Frequently asked questions

How serious is liver resection?

Liver resection is a major operation because the liver has a rich blood supply and does many jobs in the body. With careful planning, imaging and an experienced surgical team, it is performed routinely for tumours and other liver problems.

How much liver can be removed?

A surgeon can remove a large portion of the liver as long as enough healthy tissue is left to support the body. The liver is unusual because the remaining part can regrow over the following weeks.

What is the recovery time for a hepatectomy?

Most people spend several days in hospital and feel much better within a few weeks, though full recovery can take one to two months. Keyhole surgery often shortens this because the cuts are smaller.