It is a surgical procedure performed to eliminate health problems caused by stones in the gallbladder. Gallbladder stone surgery is performed by completely removing the gallbladder. It is usually performed by laparoscopic or open method. Gallbladder Stone Surgery...

It is a genetic disease that affects copper metabolism. The liver cannot excrete copper sufficiently, causing copper to accumulate in the body. Copper accumulation can damage the liver, brain, eyes, and other organs. Symptoms of Wilson's disease include liver diseases...

Rectal cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the rectum, the last part of the large intestine. When diagnosed early, the chance of cure is quite high and treatment usually involves surgery. Rectal cancer surgery depends on the location of the tumor, the stage of the cancer and the patient's gro...

It is known as “pancreatitis” in medicine. It can be acute or chronic. Acute pancreatitis starts suddenly and is severe. Chronic pancreatitis is long-lasting and recurring. Pancreatitis is usually caused by gallstones or excessive alcohol consumption. Infection, trauma or certain drugs...

Intestinal obstruction manifests itself with symptoms such as severe stomach pain and nausea. Small intestine obstruction causes the intestines to become entangled and blocked. This condition is usually a health problem that requires immediate intervention. If you treat...

They are fluid-filled, membrane-lined spaces in the liver tissue. They are usually benign and mostly asymptomatic. While small cysts do not require treatment, a doctor's intervention may be required in the presence of growing or numerous cysts. Liver cysts rarely cause serious health problems...