Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery

What is Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery

Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) surgery is a specialised field of surgery. It involves the diagnosis, management, and treatment of diseases related to the liver, pancreas, bile ducts, and gallbladder. If you experience any of the following symptoms, you should consult with your primary care physician or gastroenterologist. They may refer you to an HPB surgery specialist for further evaluation and treatment:

• Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes)
• Abdominal pain, especially in the upper right quadrant
• Unexplained weight loss
• Nausea and vomiting
• Changes in stool color colour (pale or clay-coloured)
• Itchy skin
• Enlarged liver or spleen
• Abnormal blood test results, such as elevated liver enzymes.

Why Should I Choose Prince Court’s HPB Surgery Specialists?

Expertise and Specialisation

Choosing Prince Court HPB surgery specialist means entrusting your health to a team of highly skilled and experienced medical professionals who are dedicated to providing the best possible care. Our team of HPB surgeons, nurses, and support staff are committed to providing personalised treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs.

Our specialists are experts in the latest surgical techniques and technologies, including minimally invasive surgery, which allows for faster recovery times and less post-operative pain. They have undergone extensive training and have years of experience in performing complex HPB surgeries, including liver resections, pancreatic surgeries, and bile duct reconstructions.

Comprehensive Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgical Care

At Prince Court Medical Centre, we understand that undergoing surgery can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. That is why we provide comprehensive support services to help patients and their families throughout the entire treatment journey, including pre-operative education and counselling, pain management, and follow-up care.

Our hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and technology to ensure accurate diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Our team of HPB specialists works collaboratively with other medical professionals including experts in hepatology, gastroenterology, radiology, oncology, and others to provide the most advanced and effective treatment options available. 

In short, choosing Prince Court’s HPB surgery specialist means choosing a team of compassionate and skilled professionals who are committed to helping you achieve the best possible outcomes.

Common Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgical Conditions

• Acute and chronic pancreatitis
• Bile duct injuries
• Biliary tract obstruction
• Cholecystitis (inflammation of the gallbladder)
• Choledocholithiasis (gallstones in the bile ducts)
• Hepatitis (inflammation of the liver)
• Liver cysts and abscesses
• Pancreatic cysts and pseudocysts
• Portal hypertension
• Biliary strictures
• Cirrhosis and Portal Hypertension
• Pancreatic / duodenal trauma
• Liver cancer
• Pancreatic cancer
• Bile duct cancer
• Gallbladder cancer

Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgical Procedures

• Hepatectomy – surgical removal of part or the entire liver
• Pancreatectomy – surgical removal of part or the entire pancreas
• Cholecystectomy – surgical removal of the gallbladder
• Bile duct reconstruction – surgical repair or reconstruction of the bile ducts
• Liver resection – surgical removal of a portion of the liver
• Whipple procedure – surgical removal of the head of the pancreas, duodenum, and a portion of the bile duct, along with reconstruction of the remaining structures
• Laparoscopic surgery – minimally invasive surgical techniques used for a variety of HPB surgeries
• Liver transplant – surgical replacement of a diseased liver with a healthy donor liver
• Portal vein embolisation – a procedure to redirect blood flow to a specific portion of the liver before surgical removal of another portion