Hepatobiliary Surgery

USA offers specialized surgical skills in Chattanooga, TN, in pancreatic and hepatobiliary surgery, including surgery on the pancreas, gallbladder, liver, and bile ducts.

Our surgeons also specialize in the surgical treatment of both benign and malignant diseases of the gallbladder, biliary tree, liver, and pancreas.

What is Hepatobiliary Surgery?

Hepatobiliary surgery is a type of surgery that is performed to remove diseased or damaged liver tissue, as well as to correct any problems with the bile ducts. The liver is a large organ that is located in the upper right side of the abdomen, just below the rib cage. It has several important functions, including filtering toxins from the blood, storing nutrients, and producing bile.

The bile ducts are a series of tubes that carry bile from the liver to the small intestine. When these ducts become blocked or damaged, it can lead to a build-up of bile in the liver, which can eventually lead to liver damage. Hepatobiliary surgery is often performed in order to remove a section of the liver that is damaged or diseased. In some cases, the entire liver may need to be removed. This type of surgery is also sometimes used to repair any damage to the bile ducts.

Laparoscopic Techniques

Hepatobiliary surgery is a fairly complex procedure that requires a team of experienced surgeons. It is typically performed using laparoscopic techniques, which means that only small incisions are made in the abdomen. This helps to minimize blood loss and pain during the surgery. Recovery from this type of surgery can take several weeks, and patients will need to stay in the hospital for several days after the procedure. There are some risks associated with this type of surgery, but most patients do not experience any complications. Hepatobiliary surgery is a safe and effective way to treat various conditions affecting the liver and bile ducts.