Tuumorinekroos

Tuumorinekroos refers to a surgical procedure for patients with liver cancer, specifically those with confined tumors near the major blood vessels supplying the liver. The operation is also known as a major hepatic resection. Tuumorinekroos involves the removal of a portion of the liver and nearby tissue, which contains the tumor, in addition to the branches of the hepatic artery, portal vein, and hepatic ducts that supply and drain the affected area.

This procedure is often performed on patients who have a solitary tumor or a small number of tumors, all of which are localized to one section of the liver. In some cases, the liver lobe affected by the tumor can be removed entirely. However, because the liver has the unique ability to regenerate itself, it can often regenerate the tissue removed during this operation.

The decision to perform a tuumorinekroos is typically made by a team of specialists, including liver surgeons, radiologists, and medical oncologists. They assess the patient's overall health, the size and location of the tumor, and the stage of the disease. This procedure can provide a viable option for patients with localized liver cancer, as it may be curative in early stages or offer relief from symptoms in more advanced disease.

Even though some risk is associated with the surgery, including infection and liver failure, it is considered a relatively safe procedure for carefully selected patients. More extensive follow-up care and monitoring are necessary after this surgery to monitor for any signs of liver problems or tumor recurrence.