SERVICES OFFERED

ENDOSCOPY

  • Diagnostic & Therapeutic Upper GI Endoscopy
  • Diagnostic & Therapeutic Colonoscopy
  • Capsule Endoscopy
  • ERCP & Cholangio-pancreatoscopy
  • Endoscopic Ultrasound [EUS]

GI MOTILITY LAB

  • 24 Hrs Esophageal pH-Impedance study
  • Esophageal & Anorectal Manometry

BREATH TESTS

  • Hydrogen Breath Test for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth
  • Urea Breath Test for H. pylori infection

SURGERY

  • Esophageal & Gastric Surgery
  • Hepatectomy & Liver Surgery
  • Pancreato – Billiary Surgery
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Hernia Surgery – Laparoscopic & Open
  • Minimally Invasive & Laparoscopia Surgery
  • Gl Oncology Surgery
  • Surgery for Piles, Fistula & Fissure

RADIOLOGY

  • Digital X-Ray
  • Ultrasound with Colour Doppler
  • Liver Elastography [Fibroscan] for liver fibrosis and steatosis.

PATHOLOGY

CRITICAL CARE TAIL

  • State of Art Intensive Care Unit & Expert Team for management of GI and hepato-pancreato-biliary diseases

ADVANCED SERVICES OFFERED

ERCP & CHOLANGIO-PANCREATOSCOPY

  • Complex Pancreato-biliary Procedures
    [Multiple biliary stent placement for hilar strictures;
    mechanical lithotripsy for CBO stones]
  • Laser Lithotripsy Treatment for CBD / pancreatic stones
  • CBD Stricture evaluation
  • Ampullectomy

THIRD SPACE ENDOSCOPY

  • Endoscopic Mucosal Resection [EMR] & Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection [ESD] for early gastrointestinal cancers
  • Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy [POEM] for Zenker’s Diverticulum, 
    Achalasia Cardia, Gastroparesis, Hirschsprung’s disease
  • Submucuosal Tunneling & Endoscopic Resection [STER]
    & Endoscopic Full-Thickness Resecton (EFTR] for subepithlial tumors

ANTIREFLUX TREATMENT [FOR GERD]

  • Antireflux Mucosal Ablation [ARMA]
  • Endoscopic Funcoplication

ENDOBARIATRICS [FOR WEIGHT LOSS]

  • Gastric Balloon placement
  • Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty

ENDOSCOPIC ULTRASOUND [EUS]

  • EUS & EUS – guided FNAC / Biopsy for diagnosis
  • EUS – guided Pancreatic Cysto-gastrostomy / Choledocho-jejunostomy / Hepatico-gastrostomy
  • EUS – guided Gastric Variceal Glue & Coil treatment

 

Liver failure is a serious and potentially life threatening medical condition in which the liver loses its ability to perform its essential functions. It represents one of the most critical conditions in gastroenterology and hepatology and requires immediate medical attention and specialised intensive care management. The liver performs hundreds of vital functions including filtering toxins from the blood, producing clotting factors, regulating metabolism and supporting immune function. When these functions are severely compromised, the consequences for the entire body can be profound and rapidly progressive. At LGI Hospital, Nagpur, our specialist hepatologists, gastroenterologists and intensivists provide comprehensive liver failure treatment with round the clock intensive care support and a multidisciplinary approach focused on stabilisation, management and recovery.

What Is Liver Failure?

Liver failure occurs when a large portion of the liver is damaged beyond its capacity to function and repair itself. It can be classified into two main types. Acute liver failure develops rapidly, often within days to weeks, in a previously healthy individual and is a medical emergency requiring immediate hospitalisation and intensive care. Chronic liver failure, also known as end stage liver disease, develops gradually over months to years as a result of progressive liver disease such as cirrhosis. Both forms of liver failure require specialist medical management in a dedicated facility with appropriate expertise and intensive care capabilities.

Common Symptoms of Liver Failure

Liver failure symptoms can develop rapidly in acute cases or gradually in chronic cases. Common symptoms include:
  • Yellowing of the skin and eyes, known as jaundice
  • Abdominal swelling due to fluid accumulation, known as ascites
  • Extreme fatigue and weakness
  • Nausea and loss of appetite
  • Confusion, disorientation or altered mental state, known as hepatic encephalopathy
  • Easy bruising and prolonged bleeding
  • Dark coloured urine and pale stools
  • Swelling in the legs and ankles
  • Bleeding from the digestive tract in some cases
  • Rapid deterioration in overall health in acute cases
Hepatic encephalopathy, characterised by confusion or altered consciousness, is a particularly serious manifestation of liver failure and requires immediate medical evaluation and intervention.

Common Causes of Liver Failure

Liver failure can be caused by a range of acute and chronic conditions. Common causes include:
  • Acute viral hepatitis particularly Hepatitis A and B causing acute liver failure
  • Drug induced liver injury from medications or herbal supplements taken in excess
  • Excessive alcohol consumption over a prolonged period leading to alcoholic liver disease and cirrhosis
  • Non alcoholic fatty liver disease progressing to cirrhosis and end stage liver disease
  • Chronic Hepatitis B or C progressing to cirrhosis
  • Autoimmune hepatitis causing progressive liver damage
  • Metabolic liver diseases including Wilson's disease and haemochromatosis
  • Budd-Chiari syndrome involving obstruction of hepatic veins
  • Sepsis related liver dysfunction in critically ill patients
Identifying the underlying cause of liver failure is an important step in determining the most appropriate management strategy.

When Should You Seek Immediate Medical Attention for Liver Failure?

Liver failure, particularly acute liver failure, is a medical emergency. Immediate medical attention should be sought if any of the following are observed:
  • Sudden onset of jaundice accompanied by confusion or altered consciousness
  • Rapid progression of abdominal swelling
  • Uncontrolled bleeding from any site
  • Extreme and sudden deterioration in overall health
  • Confusion, disorientation or loss of consciousness in a person with known liver disease
  • High fever accompanied by jaundice and abdominal pain
  • Inability to keep food or water down with progressive weakness

Do not delay seeking emergency medical care if any of these symptoms are present. Acute liver failure can progress rapidly and early specialist intervention is critical for improving outcomes.

Liver Failure Treatment Options in Nagpur

Liver failure treatment requires a multidisciplinary approach involving hepatologists, gastroenterologists, intensivists and other specialists working together to stabilise the patient and manage complications. Treatment approaches include:
Treatment Approach Purpose
Immediate hospitalisation and ICU admission Stabilisation and round the clock monitoring
Identification and treatment of underlying cause Addressing the root cause of liver failure
Nutritional support and fluid management Supporting liver recovery and overall health
Management of hepatic encephalopathy Reducing ammonia levels and protecting brain function
Treatment of ascites Draining fluid and managing abdominal swelling
Management of coagulopathy Addressing bleeding tendency due to reduced clotting factors
Antibiotic therapy Preventing and treating infections common in liver failure
Renal support Managing kidney complications associated with liver failure
Specialist hepatology consultation Ongoing liver specific management and decision making
Every patient with liver failure requires an individualised management plan developed by a specialist multidisciplinary team based on the type, cause and severity of the condition.

Why Choose LGI Hospital for Liver Failure Treatment in Nagpur?

  • Integrated Hepatology and Intensive Care Expertise: LGI Hospital in Nagpur has a dedicated team comprising specialist hepatologists, gastroenterologists and experienced intensivists who work together to provide comprehensive and coordinated liver failure management with round the clock intensive care support.
  • Twenty Four Hour Emergency and ICU Care: LGI Hospital provides twenty four hour emergency admission and intensive care for acute liver failure, ensuring that patients receive immediate specialist attention and critical care intervention without delay.
  • Advanced Monitoring and Management Capabilities: LGI Hospital in Dhantoli, Nagpur is equipped with advanced intensive care monitoring and management facilities to support the complex and rapidly evolving needs of patients with acute and chronic liver failure.
  • Multidisciplinary and Patient Centred Approach: Liver failure management at LGI Hospital involves a coordinated multidisciplinary team approach ensuring that every aspect of the patient's condition is addressed comprehensively, with clear and compassionate communication with the patient and their family throughout.

FAQ

Q1. Can liver failure be cured?

The outcome of liver failure depends on the type, underlying cause and severity of the condition. Acute liver failure caused by certain treatable conditions such as drug toxicity or viral hepatitis may resolve with appropriate intensive management and supportive care. Chronic liver failure due to advanced cirrhosis is more complex and may require long term specialist management. Early specialist evaluation and intervention significantly improves outcomes in both forms of liver failure.

Q2. What are the symptoms of liver failure?

Common symptoms of liver failure include jaundice, abdominal swelling due to fluid accumulation, extreme fatigue, confusion or altered mental state known as hepatic encephalopathy, easy bruising, dark urine, pale stools and progressive deterioration in overall health. Acute liver failure can develop rapidly and requires immediate emergency medical attention.

Q3. What causes liver failure?

Liver failure can be caused by acute viral hepatitis, drug induced liver injury, excessive alcohol consumption, progressive liver cirrhosis from chronic liver disease, autoimmune conditions and metabolic liver diseases. Identifying the underlying cause is essential for guiding appropriate treatment and management.

Q4. How long does liver failure treatment take?

The duration of liver failure treatment depends entirely on the type, cause and severity of the condition and the individual patient’s response to treatment. Acute liver failure may require weeks of intensive hospital care. Chronic liver failure requires ongoing long term specialist management. The treating hepatology and intensive care team will provide guidance on the expected treatment course based on the individual patient’s condition.

Q5. Is liver failure life threatening?

Yes, liver failure is a serious and potentially life threatening condition, particularly in its acute form. However, with prompt specialist intervention, appropriate intensive care management and treatment of the underlying cause, many patients with liver failure can be stabilised and recover. Early medical attention is the most critical factor in improving outcomes for patients with liver failure.

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