Liver cancer, or hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), is one of the most common primary liver malignancies in India. It most frequently arises in patients with underlying liver disease such as hepatitis B or C infection, or cirrhosis. Secondary liver cancer (liver metastases from other primary cancers like colon or stomach) is also common. Early-stage liver cancer can often be treated surgically with excellent outcomes.
Liver cancer, or hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), is one of the most common primary liver malignancies in India. It most frequently arises in patients with underlying liver disease such as hepatitis B or C infection, or cirrhosis. Secondary liver cancer (liver metastases from other primary cancers like colon or stomach) is also common. Early-stage liver cancer can often be treated surgically with excellent outcomes.
Dr. Rahul Wagh is an experienced liver cancer surgeon in Pune offering hepatic resection, tumour ablation coordination, and comprehensive liver oncology care. His clinics in Baner serve patients from across Pune who require expert evaluation and surgical management of primary and secondary liver tumours.
Surgical resection remains the most effective treatment for early-stage liver cancer in patients with adequate liver function reserve. Dr. Wagh performs meticulous pre-operative planning including volumetric assessment of the liver to ensure safe resection margins while preserving sufficient functional liver tissue for post-operative recovery.
Warning Signs to Watch For
Liver Cancer in its early stages may not cause obvious symptoms, which is why recognising these warning signs and seeking prompt evaluation in Pune is critical:
1. Upper right abdominal pain or discomfort
2. Unexplained weight loss and loss of appetite
3. Jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes)
4. Abdominal swelling or ascites (fluid in abdomen)
5. Nausea and vomiting
6. Fatigue and general weakness
7. White or chalky stools
8. Enlarged liver felt as a mass under ribs
Why Choose Dr. Rahul Wagh for Liver Cancer in Pune?
MCH Surgical Oncology
Highest qualification in surgical oncology with specialised fellowship training in robotic-assisted and laparoscopic cancer surgery, rare expertise available in Pune.
Oncoplastic Techniques
Breast-conserving surgeries that combine tumour removal with immediate aesthetic reconstruction, prioritising both oncological safety and quality of life.
Robotic Precision
Robotic-assisted surgery provides greater accuracy, smaller incisions, reduced blood loss and a significantly faster recovery compared to open surgery.
5000+ Proven Surgeries
A track record of successful outcomes across 5000+ cancer surgeries. Trusted by patients from Baner, Aundh, Wakad, Hinjewadi and across Pune.
Liver Cancer Surgical Treatment Options in Pune
Dr. Rahul Wagh offers the following surgical treatment options at his clinics in Baner, Pune:
Hepatectomy (Liver Resection)
Surgical removal of the tumour-bearing portion of the liver with adequate resection margins
Right or Left Hemihepatectomy
Removal of the right or left lobe of the liver depending on tumour location
Laparoscopic Liver Surgery
Minimally invasive liver resection for suitable tumours, reducing blood loss and recovery time
Metastasectomy
Surgical removal of liver metastases from colorectal or other primary cancers
Portal Vein Embolisation (PVE)
Pre-surgical procedure to increase the volume of the remaining liver before major resection
HIPEC for Peritoneal Metastases
Combined cytoreduction and heated chemotherapy for liver-associated peritoneal spread
Your Liver Cancer Treatment Journey in Pune
1
Staging Consultation
MRI liver, CT triphasic, AFP tumour markers, liver function tests reviewed at Baner clinic.
2
Liver Function & Resectability Assessment
Volume assessment, ICGR15 test, and multidisciplinary tumour board review.
3
Surgical Resection at Baner
Precise hepatectomy at Manipal Hospital with intraoperative ultrasound guidance.
4
Post
Operative Recovery, ICU monitoring, liver function recovery, and coordination for adjuvant therapy.
Other Cancer Types Treated by Dr. Rahul Wagh in Pune
In addition to breast cancer, Dr. Wagh provides expert surgical oncology care for the following cancer types in Pune:
Yes. Dr. Rahul Wagh at Baner, Pune performs liver resections for primary and secondary liver cancer with excellent surgical precision.
For early-stage HCC with good liver function, 5-year survival after surgery can reach 50–70%. Success depends on tumour size, number, and underlying liver health.
Yes. The liver has remarkable regenerative capacity. After resection, the remaining liver tissue can regenerate to near-original volume within weeks to months.
It depends on the degree of cirrhosis and liver function reserve. Dr. Wagh conducts a thorough pre-operative assessment to determine suitability.
Dr. Wagh consults at Manipal Hospital, Baner and High Street Square, Baner Gaon. OPD Mon–Sat, 10 AM–8 PM.
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