Fatty Liver Treatment in India
About Fatty Liver
Key Highlights
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Early detection can prevent progression to serious liver damage like cirrhosis or liver failure.Management is primarily non-invasive, focusing on lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise.Specialized imaging techniques like FibroScan provide a painless assessment of liver fat and stiffness (fibrosis).Personalized care plan from a gastroenterologist addresses the root cause, whether metabolic, dietary, or alcohol-related.Effective management significantly reduces the risk of associated conditions like type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistently elevated liver enzymes (ALT, AST) found on routine blood tests.
- Unexplained fatigue, abdominal discomfort, or a feeling of fullness in the upper right abdomen.
- Presence of metabolic risk factors: obesity, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or high triglycerides.
- Evidence of fatty liver on an abdominal ultrasound performed for other reasons.
- History of significant alcohol use to assess for alcoholic fatty liver disease.
- To rule out other liver diseases or to stage the severity of fibrosis in known fatty liver disease.
How to prepare
- Provide a complete medical history, including all medications, supplements, and alcohol consumption.
- Fast for 8-12 hours before blood tests to ensure accurate liver enzyme and lipid profile readings.
- For an abdominal ultrasound, you may be asked to fast for 6-8 hours to improve image clarity.
- Inform your doctor of any allergies, especially if a contrast agent for an MRI or a biopsy is planned.
- Discuss any blood-thinning medications (like aspirin or warfarin) with your doctor, as they may need to be temporarily stopped before a biopsy.
Risks & possible complications
- Diagnostic procedures are generally low-risk. Blood tests and imaging (ultrasound, FibroScan) carry minimal to no risk.
- Liver biopsy, while rare, carries small risks of pain, bleeding, infection, or accidental injury to a nearby organ.
- Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis if testing is incomplete, potentially allowing disease progression.
- Anxiety or stress related to the diagnosis of a chronic liver condition.
- Side effects from contrast dye used in some MRI scans, though rare.
Recovery & hospital stay
- No recovery time is needed for diagnostic blood tests or imaging like ultrasound or FibroScan; you can resume normal activities immediately.
- If a liver biopsy is performed, you will need to rest for a few hours. Avoid strenuous activity and heavy lifting for 1-2 days.
- Post-diagnosis, recovery focuses on lifestyle changes: adopting a balanced, low-sugar diet, regular exercise, and weight loss if needed.
- Complete abstinence from alcohol is critical if alcoholic fatty liver disease is diagnosed.
- Regular follow-up appointments with your gastroenterologist are essential to monitor liver health through blood tests and imaging.
- Managing underlying conditions like diabetes and high cholesterol is a key part of long-term recovery and liver health.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (outpatient) or 1 day (if biopsy required)
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Expected recovery time:
0 days for diagnosis; ongoing lifestyle management
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering fatty liver in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for fatty liver in India include Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, KMC Hospital Mangalore, Manipal Hospital Baner, Manipal Hospital Dwarka, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform fatty liver. MediFyr helps you compare gastroenterologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for fatty liver compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 55 – USD 440 | 0 days (outpatient) or 1 day (if biopsy required) | ~ 0 days for diagnosis; ongoing lifestyle management | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 410 – USD 3,278 | 0 days (outpatient) or 1 day (if biopsy required) | ~ 0 days for diagnosis; ongoing lifestyle management | Know More |
Top hospitals for Fatty Liver in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated gastroenterology teams and experience managing patients undergoing fatty liver.
vijayawada, India
44 Doctors
Rahul Sharma, a 42-year-old software engineer...
Rahul Sharma, a 42-year-old software engineer and father of two, had always been focused on his demanding career. His lifestyle involved long hours at his desk, frequent takeout meals, and little time for exercise. Over the past year, he began experiencing a constant, dull ache in his upper right abdomen and overwhelming fatigue that made playing with his kids a struggle. During his annual health check-up, his primary doctor noted elevated liver enzymes. Alarmed, Rahul was referred to a gastroenterologist, Dr. Kapoor. Dr. Kapoor explained that based on his symptoms, BMI, and blood work, he likely had Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD). She recommended a FibroScan, a non-invasive ultrasound test, to assess the degree of liver fat and scarring. The procedure itself was quick and painless; Rahul simply lay on his back while a probe was placed on his skin over his liver. The results confirmed significant fat accumulation (steatosis) but thankfully no advanced scarring (fibrosis). The diagnosis was a wake-up call. Post-procedure, Rahul, with the help of a nutritionist, embarked on a structured plan of gradual weight loss through a Mediterranean-style diet and daily 30-minute walks. Six months later, a follow-up blood test showed dramatically improved liver enzymes. Emotionally, he moved from a state of fear and guilt about neglecting his health to one of empowerment and control. He now sees his health as a priority for his family and feels more energetic and present in his life.
Gastroenterologists for Fatty Liver
Explore experienced gastroenterologists who regularly perform fatty liver and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 18 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
KMC Hospital Mangalore, Mangalore
- 13 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 16 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 25 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad, Ghaziabad
- 13 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 39 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore
- 10 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore
- 11 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 17 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Jaipur, Jaipur
- 26 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore
- 22 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, Kolkata
- 19 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospitals Broadway, Kolkata
- 13 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
- 11 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, Bangalore
- 20 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, Bangalore
- 36 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore
- 32 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
KMC Hospital Mangalore, Mangalore
- 14 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Millers Road, Bangalore
- 12 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 21 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospitals Broadway, Kolkata