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Liver Health

The Silent Liver Crisis That Needs Immediate Care Acute Liver Failure is a rare but serious condition where the liver suddenly stops functioning properly, often in people who previously had a healthy liver. Early recognition and timely medical care are essential to prevent life-threatening complications. In this video, Rajkumar S, Clinical Lead – Liver Anaesthesia & Intensive Care at Kauvery Hospital, Radial Road, explains what acute liver failure is, its warning signs, possible causes, and why immediate treatment can make a critical difference.

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The liver plays a vital role in the body. Its main function is to filter out toxins from our blood. It also helps process carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. How to detect liver issues early? To check for liver problems, common tests include: ✔ Liver Function Test (LFT) ✔ Ultrasound scanning ✔ Advanced imaging or function tests (in some cases) What are the common signs of liver disease? ✔ Swollen abdomen or legs ✔ Vomiting blood ✔ Confusion or altered speech ✔ Fatigue (extreme tiredness) – This is a major early symptom, but many ignore it. By the time symptoms appear, liver damage may already be significant. Common liver conditions seen in practice: ✔ Fatty Liver Disease – Seen in 70–80% of routine check-ups. ✔ Hepatitis B and C – Viral infections that affect the liver. ✔ Liver Cirrhosis – Advanced liver damage that can cause internal bleeding, fluid accumulation, and confusion.

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Liver cirrhosis can often go unnoticed until it's advanced, but early detection is key to better outcomes. Knowing the essential tests for diagnosing cirrhosis is crucial for maintaining liver health. Diagnosis of liver cirrhosis Endoscopy is done and if oesophageal varices are found, it can be a symptom of liver cirrhosis. Ultrasound of the abdomen can be done to identify the extent to which the liver has shrunk or water stagnation in the liver. If any abnormality is found, proper liver treatment should be done. Robotic surgery done by robotic surgeons has become a boon for modern medicine. Watch Dr. D. Gawtham of Kauvery Hospital, one of the best Liver Transplant Surgeons in Vadapalani, Chennai explain the key tests necessary to assess the extent of liver cirrhosis.

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