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Liver Resection / Hepatectomy
Complex liver resection surgery for primary and secondary liver tumours using open, laparoscopic and robotic approaches.
Overview
Liver Resection (Hepatectomy)
Liver resection, or hepatectomy, is the surgical removal of part or all of the liver. It is the most effective treatment for many liver tumours and offers the best chance of cure for primary liver cancer and colorectal liver metastases. The extent of resection is determined by the size and location of the tumour, the quality of the remaining liver, and the patient's overall health.
Advanced Surgical Expertise
Liver resection is a highly specialised operation that should be performed by an HPB surgeon with subspecialty training at a high-volume centre. Dr. Nahm trained in liver surgery at Westmead Hospital and St. James's University Hospital, Leeds.
Types of Liver Resection
- Right hepatectomy (removal of right lobe)
- Left hepatectomy (removal of left lobe)
- Extended (trisectionectomy) resections
- Segmental resection (removal of one or more liver segments)
- Non-anatomical (wedge) resection for peripheral tumours
Surgical Approaches
Dr. Nahm performs liver resection using open, laparoscopic and robotic techniques. The approach is selected based on tumour location, extent of resection required, and patient factors. Minimally invasive liver resection offers advantages of reduced blood loss, shorter hospital stay, and faster recovery when feasible.
Recovery
Hospital stay following liver resection is typically 4–7 days for minor resections and 7–14 days for major resections. The liver has remarkable regenerative capacity, with the residual liver volume recovering within 6–8 weeks. Most patients return to normal activities within 4–8 weeks.