Narayana Hospital, Guwahati
Liver Diseases

Liver Cancer (Hepatocellular Carcinoma)

Comprehensive Liver Care

The liver is one of the body's most important organs, performing hundreds of essential functions including digestion, metabolism, detoxification, and nutrient storage. Many liver diseases develop silently and may not cause noticeable symptoms until they become advanced. Early diagnosis, timely treatment, and regular follow-up are essential to prevent complications and maintain long-term liver health. Dr. Dipankar Das provides comprehensive evaluation and evidence-based management for a wide range of acute and chronic liver diseases using advanced diagnostic techniques and individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs.

What is Liver Cancer?

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the most common primary cancer of the liver. It usually develops in individuals with cirrhosis or chronic hepatitis B infection. Regular surveillance in high-risk patients greatly increases the chance of detecting cancer at an early and potentially curable stage.

Common Signs & Symptoms

Unexplained weight loss
Loss of appetite
Persistent upper abdominal pain
Jaundice
Worsening liver disease

How is it diagnosed?

1Triple-phase CT Scan
2MRI Liver
3Alpha-Fetoprotein (AFP)
4Ultrasound Surveillance
5Liver Biopsy (selected cases)

Why early diagnosis matters

When detected early, liver cancer can often be treated with curative options such as surgery, ablation, or liver transplantation in selected patients.

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Consult Dr. Dipankar Das at Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Guwahati or visiting consultation centres across Assam.

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