Best Hepatologists in Vijayawada

Liver, gallbladder and pancreas make up the hepatic system in the body. A hepatologist deals with this system. Some common diseases affecting the hepatic system are Hepatitis due to drug and alcohol abuse, Liver Cirrhosis as a result of viral hepatitis or long term alcohol abuse, Hepatic Encephalopathy, cancers of all organs in the system, and Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. It is best to consult a hepatologist if you are experiencing any conditions of liver, the liver function tests produce unideal results, or are experiencing symptoms like Jaundice. A hepatologist performs liver biopsies to diagnose disease, Endoscopic retrograde cholangio pancreatography to detect and treat any bile leakages from bile ducts, Ascites or fluid accumulation is treated with a procedure called Paracentesis and placing of stunts in case or portal hypertension. Apart from this, a Hepatologist also does several non surgical treatments ranging from life style changes to prescribing medications.