Best Liver Cancer Treatment in Hyderabad
SBRT and advanced radiation therapy for primary liver tumors and liver metastases.
Overview
Liver cancer has historically been challenging to treat with radiation due to the organ's high sensitivity. However, technological breakthroughs have changed this. Dr. Rahul DL uses ultra-precise SBRT (Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy) for liver tumors, delivering ablative high doses in just 3 to 5 sessions with real-time respiratory motion tracking at Apollo Hospital, Hyderabad.
Symptoms of Liver Cancer
- ⚠️ Upper abdominal pain or right-sided pain
- ⚠️ Unexplained weight loss
- ⚠️ Loss of appetite
- ⚠️ Nausea and vomiting
- ⚠️ Jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes)
- ⚠️ Abdominal swelling (ascites)
- ⚠️ Fatigue
Stages of Liver Cancer
Stage I — Single tumor, no vascular invasion
Stage II — Single tumor with vascular invasion or multiple small tumors
Stage III — Multiple or large tumors, major vessel involvement
Stage IV — Distant metastases
Diagnosis Methods
Treatment Options Available
- ✓ SBRT for inoperable liver tumors (3-5 sessions)
- ✓ SBRT for liver metastases (oligometastatic disease)
- ✓ IMRT for larger treatment fields
- ✓ Palliative radiation for symptom relief
- ✓ Concurrent systemic therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
Can SBRT treat liver cancer effectively?
Yes, SBRT has shown excellent local control rates for both primary liver cancer (HCC) and liver metastases. Dr. Rahul DL uses advanced motion management to deliver precise SBRT, offering a non-surgical alternative.
How do you avoid damaging the healthy part of the liver?
By using SBRT, the radiation dose is extremely concentrated on the tumor with a steep drop-off. We also use advanced imaging to track the tumor's movement as you breathe, ensuring the healthy liver tissue is completely spared.
Can radiation be used if my cancer has spread to the liver from elsewhere?
Absolutely. SBRT is frequently used to treat 'liver metastases' (cancer that spread from the colon, breast, etc.), acting as a highly effective ablative treatment when surgery isn't an option.
Get Expert Liver Cancer Treatment in Hyderabad
Consult Dr. Rahul DL at Apollo Hospital for advanced liver cancer treatment.