Liver Treatment in India
About Liver
Key Highlights
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Expert diagnosis of complex liver conditions by a specialized gastroenterologist.Minimally invasive techniques, such as percutaneous biopsy, often reduce recovery time.Accurate tissue sampling guides personalized and effective treatment plans.Can prevent progression of liver disease through early detection and intervention.Often performed on an outpatient basis, minimizing hospital stay disruption.
Who is this surgery for?
- Unexplained abnormal liver function tests (elevated ALT, AST, ALP).
- Suspected liver diseases like hepatitis B/C, autoimmune hepatitis, or cirrhosis.
- Evaluation of a liver mass, lesion, or suspected cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma).
- Diagnosis and staging of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) or steatohepatitis (NASH).
- Investigation of unexplained jaundice, ascites, or portal hypertension.
- Monitoring disease progression or treatment response in known liver conditions.
How to prepare
- Complete disclosure of all medications, especially blood thinners (aspirin, warfarin), which may need to be paused.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the procedure if sedation or anesthesia is planned.
- Recent blood tests to check clotting function (INR, platelet count) and overall health.
- Arranging for a companion to drive you home post-procedure due to sedation effects.
- Discussion of allergies and medical history, including any liver or bleeding disorders, with the doctor.
Risks & possible complications
- Pain or discomfort at the biopsy or procedure site.
- Bleeding, which is the most common significant complication of a liver biopsy.
- Infection at the puncture site or within the abdomen.
- Injury to nearby organs (e.g., lung, gallbladder, colon).
- Rare complications like bile leak or severe hemorrhage requiring intervention.
- Reactions to sedation or local anesthesia.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate post-procedure monitoring for 2-4 hours to check for bleeding or pain.
- Resting on the right side (if a biopsy was performed) for a few hours as advised.
- Avoiding strenuous activity, heavy lifting, and driving for at least 24 hours.
- Managing mild pain with prescribed or over-the-counter analgesics.
- Watching for warning signs like severe abdominal pain, fever, dizziness, or shortness of breath and reporting them immediately.
- Follow-up appointment to discuss biopsy results and further management plan.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 days for routine activities, 1-2 weeks for full recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering liver in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for liver in India include Medanta The Medicity, Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Gem Hospital Perungudi, SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, KMC Hospital Mangalore, 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 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 liver compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | USD 163 – USD 870 | 0-1 days (typically outpatient) | ~ 1-2 days for routine activities, 1-2 weeks for full recovery | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 1,208 – USD 6,442 | 0-1 days (typically outpatient) | ~ 1-2 days for routine activities, 1-2 weeks for full recovery | Know More |
Top hospitals for Liver in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated gastroenterology teams and experience managing patients undergoing liver.
Kolkata, India
72 Doctors
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Gastroenterologists for Liver
Explore experienced gastroenterologists who regularly perform liver and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 26 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Miot Hospital Chennai
- 35 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Miot Hospital Chennai
- 21 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road
- 40 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road
- 11 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Gem Hospital Coimbatore
- 16 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Gem Hospital Coimbatore
- 11 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Gem Hospital Coimbatore
- 13 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Gem Hospital Perungudi
- 17 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar
- 12 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar
- 11 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
Gem Hospital Perungudi
- 11 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Gem Hospital Perungudi
- 12 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar
- 9 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar
- 15 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Gurgaon
- 19 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Cytecare Hospital Bangalore
- 50 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road
- 45 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Medanta Hospital Gurgaon
- 38 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Medanta Hospital Gurgaon
- 36 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Metro Hospital Faridabad