Best Clinics for Liver Resection in Spain

Candidates for Liver resection

It is indicated for patients having:

• Liver cancer
• Benign liver tumors
• Liver metastases

Why is it Worth Visiting Spain for Liver resection?

• Spain has relatively short waiting times compared to many other countries, such as Canada and Germany. This means patients can receive the treatment they need quickly and without delay.
• The best Clinics for Liver resection in Spain are:
  • Quironsalud Madrid Hospital is a leading multispecialty clinic with 39 surgical centers to offer immediate treatment and care to patients.
  • Quironsalud Hospital Valencia is the best clinic in the Valencia region that is ranked among the top 20 clinics in Spain.

• The best Doctors for Liver resection in Spain are
  • Dr. Antonio María de Lacy Fortuny has been offering general surgery procedures for the past 30 years. He currently serves at Clinica Rotger Quirónsalud
  • Prof. Javier Aristu works at Clínica Universidad de Navarra and has 25 years of experience in minimally invasive surgical techniques.

How to prepare for Liver resection?

• Your doctor will conduct a medical evaluation to determine if you are healthy enough for surgery.
• Stop taking certain medications, such as blood thinners. The doctor will advise you on which medications to stop and when
• Follow a diet to ensure your body is in the best possible condition. This may include avoiding certain foods or taking nutritional supplements.
• If you smoke, quitting at least two weeks before the procedure is important to reduce the risk of complications.

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Examinations before Liver resection in Spain

Before undergoing surgery, the doctor will perform a series of examinations to determine whether you are a suitable candidate for the procedure. These include:

• Imaging tests: CT scans, MRI scans, and ultrasound are used to help determine the size and location of the liver tumor, as well as any nearby blood vessels or bile ducts that may be affected.
• Blood tests: These are used to assess liver function and check for abnormalities, such as signs of infection or anemia.
• Pulmonary function tests: To assess lung function and help determine if you can tolerate general anesthesia.
• Electrocardiogram (ECG): An ECG can help analyze your heart function and identify any potential heart problems

How is Liver resection done in Spain?

Here are the general steps involved in the procedure:

• Anesthesia: You will be given general anesthesia to ensure a pain-free procedure. The surgery takes 2 to four hours. The surgeon makes a large incision in the abdomen to access the liver.
• Mobilization of the liver: The liver is then lifted and moved to the side to expose the portion needing removal.
• Dissection: After that, the surgeon carefully dissects the liver tissue, separating it from the surrounding blood vessels and bile ducts.
• Ligation and division of vessels: To prevent bleeding, blood vessels that supply the portion of the liver to be removed are carefully ligated and divided
• Division of liver parenchyma: In the next step, liver tissue is divided using surgical instruments or special devices that seal blood vessels and bile ducts to minimize bleeding and bile leakage.
• Closure: Lastly, the diseased portion of the liver is removed, and the remaining liver tissue is carefully stitched.

Types of Liver resection in Spain

There are different types of liver resection techniques, including.

• Wedge resection: This type of liver resection removes a small wedge-shaped portion of the liver through an incision in the skin and muscles
• Segmental resection: It involves removing a specific segment of the liver, which corresponds to one of the eight segments of the liver.
• Lobectomy: Using this method, the surgeon removes an entire liver lobe, which can be the right or left lobe.
• Hepatectomy: This is the most extensive form of liver resection and involves removing a large portion of the liver. A hemihepatectomy involves removing either the right or left lobe of the liver, while an extended hepatectomy involves removing more than 75% of the liver.

What happens after Liver resection?

• You will need to stay in the hospital for five to 14 days. Recovery depends on the extent of the surgery and your overall health.
• During this time, you will receive pain management medication and be encouraged to get up and move around as much as possible to prevent blood clots and improve circulation.
• Your diet may be restricted initially, but you can gradually resume eating normally. Avoid alcohol and smoking.
• After being discharged from the hospital, you may need to continue taking pain medication and should avoid strenuous activities or heavy lifting for several weeks.
• Regular follow-up appointments with the surgeon will be necessary to monitor your recovery and ensure no complications.
• In general, most patients are able to return to their normal activities within a few months after the surgery, although it may take longer for some patients.

Is Liver resection safe?

Some possible complications that can occur may include the following:

• Bile leakage
• Bleeding
• Liver failure
• Infection
• Blood clots
• Wound complications
• Pneumonia