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Liver Surgery in Singapore
Liver Surgery in Singapore — Restoring Health with Precision and Care
Liver surgery refers to any surgical procedure that involves the liver, which is a vital organ responsible for filtering toxins from the blood, producing bile for digestion, and storing energy in the form of glycogen. There are several types of liver surgeries, and they are performed to treat a variety of liver conditions, such as liver cancer, liver failure, cysts, or infections.
Proactive Care for Your Liver Health
Take Charge of Your Liver Health — Expert Liver Surgery in Singapore
Don’t ignore early signs of liver problems. Whether it is fatty liver, liver disease, or persistent abdominal discomfort, timely early diagnosis is key to preventing serious complications. At ALPS Clinic, our experienced liver surgeon in Singapore offers liver screening, minimally invasive liver surgery, and evidence-based treatment options to ensure safer procedures, faster recovery, and long-term health. Discover how early liver care can protect your future.
What is Liver Cancer Surgery?- An Overview
Goal of Surgery:
Liver cancer surgery aims to remove cancerous tissue while preserving as much healthy liver as possible for normal function.
Types of Liver Surgery:
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Liver Resection (Hepatectomy): Removes the portion of the liver containing the tumour — this may be a single segment, lobe, or multiple sections.
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Liver Transplantation: In selected cases, the entire diseased liver is replaced with a healthy donor liver, offering the best long-term survival in patients with both liver cancer and cirrhosis.
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Unique Regenerative Ability: The liver is the only organ that can regenerate ,even after removing up to 70% of its volume (based on liver quality). With advanced surgical planning and imaging, a skilled liver surgeon in Singapore ensures that enough healthy tissue remains for recovery.
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When It’s Most Effective: Surgery achieves the best results when liver cancer is detected early and the disease is confined to the liver.
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Evidence-Based Outcomes: Studies show that curative resection or transplant can provide 5-year survival rates exceeding 50-–70%
Causes and Symptoms of Liver Problems
The leading causes of liver cancer in Singapore and worldwide include chronic Hepatitis B infection, Hepatitis C, alcohol-related liver disease, and increasingly, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) associated with metabolic syndrome, obesity, and diabetes.
In the early stages, liver cancer often has no specific symptoms. Early cancers are best detected by screening in appropriate population. When symptoms do appear, they can be mild and similar to other health issues, including:
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Unexpected weight loss
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Loss of appetite
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Feeling full after eating a small amount
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Pain in the upper right side of the abdomen
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Nausea and vomiting
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General weakness and tiredness
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As liver problems progress and liver failure develops, more noticeable symptoms may include:
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Yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice)
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White or chalky stools
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Dark-colored urine
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Swelling of the abdomen due to fluid buildup
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Bleeding from the digestive tract
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Easy bruising
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These symptoms warrant prompt medical evaluation for early diagnosis and management of liver conditions.
Liver Surgery Types and Procedures
Liver surgery can range from minimally invasive procedures to major resections, depending on the condition being treated. Below are the primary types of liver surgeries offered at ALPS Clinic:
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Hepatectomy/ Resection of liver
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Partial Hepatectomy (Lobectomy/Segmentectomy): Only a part (a lobe or segment) of the liver is removed.
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Major Hepatectomy: More than half of the liver is removed.
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Extended Hepatectomy: A large portion of the liver (up to 70%) is removed.
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Liver Volume Augmentation (ALPPS/PVE): Stimulates liver regrowth before major resection.
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Minimally invasive Liver surgery
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Laparoscopic Liver Resection: A "keyhole" surgery using small instruments and a camera to remove liver tumors or cysts.
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Robotic Liver Surgery: A robotic arms are used by the surgeon to remove the tumor with more precision.
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Liver Resection for Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC): Removal of primary liver cancer.
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Liver Resection for Metastatic Liver Tumors: Treats tumors that spread from other organs.
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Radiofrequency & Microwave Ablation (RFA/MWA): Minimally invasive destruction of liver tumors.
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Laparoscopic and Open Surgery: Options for both benign and cancerous liver conditions.
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Biliary & Liver Drainage Surgeries
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Biliary Bypass Surgery: Reroutes bile flow when ducts are blocked.
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Hepaticojejunostomy: Connects the bile duct to the small intestine.
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Liver Trauma Surgeries
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Damage Control Surgery: Emergency treatment for liver injuries.
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Packing of the Liver: Temporary bleeding control in severe trauma.
Liver Cyst and Abscess Surgeries
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Laparoscopic Fenestration: Removal of symptomatic liver cysts.
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Abscess Drainage: Clears infected liver abscesses.
Congenital & Pediatric Liver Surgeries
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Liver Resection for Tumors in Children
Portal Hypertension & Cirrhosis-Related Surgeries
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Distal Splenorenal Shunt (DSRS): Reduces complications of portal hypertension.
When to Consider Liver Cancer Surgery
Deciding on liver cancer surgery depends not only on the stage of the disease but also on how healthy the liver is. That’s why an experienced Singapore liver surgeon carefully evaluates each patient’s liver health before recommending surgery. Treatment options are based on the cancer stage:
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Stage 1
A single tumour is present in the liver.
Stage 2
A single tumour has entered blood vessels, or there are several small tumours (under 5cm).
Stage 3
Multiple large tumours exist, or the cancer has grown into major blood vessels, nearby organs, or the liver’s outer covering.
Stage 4
Cancer has spread to the lymph nodes or other parts of the body.
Why Choose ALPS Clinic for Your Liver Screening Singapore?
Choosing ALPS Clinic means receiving comprehensive care that not only treats liver conditions but also supports long-term health and quality of life.​
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Specialized Liver Expertise
Our experienced Singapore liver surgeon focuses on both benign and malignant conditions, providing diagnostics and personalized treatment.
Diagnostic Services
Comprehensive liver imaging screening in Singapore, blood tests, and tumor markers ensures early detection and accurate diagnosis.
Multidisciplinary Care
Collaborative input from hepatology, oncology, radiology, and gastroenterology specialists ensures holistic management of liver health.
Track Record
Recognized for performing thousands of successful major surgeries, Prioritizing liver care.
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