Specialised care for the liver, pancreas & bile ducts.
HPB Surgery, or Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, is a specialised field focused on diseases affecting the liver, pancreas, gallbladder and bile ducts — organs that are closely connected and sometimes require highly specialised surgical planning.
What is HPB surgery?
HPB surgery involves the surgical treatment of conditions affecting the:
Depending on the condition, surgery may be required to remove a tumour, treat a diseased portion of the liver, manage complex bile duct problems or treat pancreatic and biliary conditions.
Because these organs are located close to major blood vessels and other important structures, HPB procedures can be technically complex and require detailed pre-operative evaluation.
What conditions are treated with HPB surgery?
An HPB surgeon in Lucknow may evaluate patients with a range of liver, pancreatic and biliary conditions. These may include:
Liver tumours and selected liver cancers
Gallbladder cancer
Bile duct cancer
Benign and malignant liver lesions
Pancreatic tumours
Complex bile duct disorders
Certain pancreatic diseases
Bile duct injuries and reconstructions
Conditions requiring surgical removal of affected liver tissue
The appropriate treatment depends on the diagnosis, disease location, extent of involvement and the patient's overall health.
Liver, pancreatic and biliary procedures
Liver Resection
Liver resection is a surgical procedure in which a diseased portion of the liver is removed. It may be considered for selected liver tumours, cancers and other localised liver conditions.
The amount of liver removed depends on factors such as the location and size of the disease, the condition of the remaining liver and the patient's overall health.
Detailed imaging and pre-operative assessment are important before deciding whether liver resection is appropriate.
Pancreatic Surgery
The pancreas can be affected by several complex conditions, including pancreatic tumours and other diseases that may require surgery.
Pancreatic surgery may involve removing part of the pancreas or, in selected situations, performing more extensive procedures.
Because pancreatic operations can be complex, treatment planning requires careful assessment of the disease and surrounding structures.
Bile Duct and Gallbladder Surgery
The bile ducts carry bile from the liver and gallbladder towards the digestive system. Diseases affecting these structures may sometimes require specialised surgery.
Bile duct surgery can be required for certain tumours, strictures, injuries or complex biliary conditions. Selected gallbladder conditions, including gallbladder cancer, may require specialist surgical evaluation and treatment.
In complex cases, biliary reconstruction may be necessary to restore appropriate bile drainage.
Minimally invasive HPB surgery
Depending on the condition and patient's suitability, some HPB procedures may be performed using minimally invasive techniques.
Laparoscopic liver surgery and other minimally invasive approaches may offer potential benefits for selected patients, but the appropriate surgical technique depends on the specific disease and complexity of the procedure.
Complex anatomy needs detailed planning.
HPB surgery often involves complex anatomy and requires detailed planning. A specialist approach may involve:
The treatment plan is developed according to the patient's condition rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.
For patients searching for HPB surgery in Lucknow, specialist evaluation can help determine whether surgery is required and which treatment approach may be appropriate.
Dr. Vipin Pal Singh
Dr. Vipin Pal Singh is a Liver Transplant & HPB Surgeon and Associate Director – HPB Surgery & Liver Transplant at Chandan Hospital, Lucknow. He holds MBBS, MS and DrNB qualifications in Surgical Gastroenterology and has completed a Fellowship in Liver Transplant & HPB Surgery.
With more than 8 years of experience, Dr. Vipin Pal Singh has experience in complex GI and HPB surgeries and has been involved in more than 500 liver transplant procedures. His areas of specialisation include liver transplantation, liver cirrhosis, liver cancers, gallbladder and bile duct cancers, pancreatic diseases and minimally invasive surgery.
Patients looking for a hepatobiliary surgeon in Lucknow can undergo a detailed consultation to understand their diagnosis and available treatment options.
When should you consult an HPB surgeon?
You may need specialist evaluation if you have been diagnosed with a liver, pancreas, gallbladder or bile duct condition that may require surgery.
Consultation can be particularly important when imaging shows a liver or pancreatic tumour, gallbladder cancer, bile duct abnormality or another complex HPB condition.
If you are searching for a liver surgeon in Lucknow or an HPB specialist in Lucknow, an appropriate evaluation can help determine whether surgery, minimally invasive treatment or another treatment approach is required.
More than the surgical procedure itself.
HPB surgery requires more than the surgical procedure itself. Proper evaluation, treatment planning, surgical expertise and post-operative follow-up are important parts of the patient's journey.
At Chandan Hospital, Lucknow, Dr. Vipin Pal Singh provides specialised care for complex liver, pancreas, gallbladder and bile duct conditions.
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Dr. Vipin Pal Singh — Liver Transplant & HPB Surgeon, Associate Director – HPB Surgery & Liver Transplant, Chandan Hospital, Lucknow.
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