livercancer or hepatocellular carcinoma is the malignant condition of the liver cells. treatment for this is by 1)liver transplantation to replace the liver with a cadaver liver or a donar liver.
2)surgical ressection to remove a tumour to treat small or slow growing tumours if they are undiagnosed early.
3)percutaneous ethanol injection
4)transcatheter arterial chemoembolisation are the other options in treatment of this disease!

Answered by surendra , an ibibo Advisor, at 11:22 PM on September 08, 2008

The treatment options are dictated by the stage of liver cancer and the overall condition of the patient. The only proven cure for liver cancer is liver transplantation for a solitary, small (<3cm) tumor. Now, many physicians may dispute this statement. They may argue that a small tumor can be surgically removed (partial hepatic resection) without the need for a liver transplantation. Moreover, they may claim that the one and three year survival rates for resection are perhaps comparable to those for liver transplantation.

Answered by pankaj , an ibibo Advisor, at 9:32 PM on September 08, 2008

Hello Tarzan..

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) for Liver Cancer

Used to precisely pinpoint the location of liver cancer cells within your body, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is one of the innovative technologies used at Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA) for liver cancer diagnosis and treatment. MRI uses magnetic energy and radio waves to create cross-sectional images or "slices" of the human body. The main component of most MRI systems is a large tube-shaped or cylindrical magnet.

MRI can also help CTCA radiologists and other specialists identify the stage of the disease, so that they can further target your liver cancer and enhance your liver cancer treatment. When our experts identify the stage of your liver cancer, they are better able to customize and create an effective treatment plan for your needs.

For more detail refer..
http://www.cancercenter.co m/liver-cancer/mri.cfm

Answered by Saq , an ibibo Master, at 8:56 PM on September 08, 2008

one method is through liver transplantation.IF surgery is adopted, only that portion is removed which is ailing.In radiation therapy, the particular point is attacked till it becomes small and null. But the trouble is even healthy tissues are attacked.Ablation method is when in high temperatures, the tumors are heated by a form of alcohol called ethanol.

Answered by Vida Writer , an ibibo Master, at 8:44 PM on September 08, 2008

Well tarzan





Treatment Options


Ablative Therapies
Cancers can be killed by placing needles into the tumors and killing the surrounding tissue by injecting alcohol, by heating, or by freezing. More...

Regional/Intra-Arterial Chemotherapy
Regional chemotherapy uses drugs to treat the cancer, and is a non-surgical treatment for Hepatocellular Carcinoma. It takes advantage of direct access to the blood vessels to provide the arterial blood supply to the liver. More...

Systemic Chemotherapy
Under certain circumstances it may be appropriate to deliver chemotherapy to the whole body administering it either by mouth or by vein. More...

Surgical Resection
If patients can withstand major surgery and has enough liver reserve, a resection is the best alternative. This may entail a hemi-hepatectomy or a segmental resection. However, patients with cirrhosis or severe liver disease may not be candidates for liver resection. More...

Liver Transplantation
Historically liver transplantation for hepatocellular cancer has been done since the inception of the technology of liver transplantation. More...

Live Donor Liver Transplantation
USC has one of the most active and successful live donor liver transplant (LDLT) programs in the United States. Live donor liver transplantation takes advantage of the liver’s ability to immediately function and grow after transplantation from a living donor to an appropriate recipient. More...

Clinical Trials for Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Clinical trials offer new or novel therapies for patients with liver cancer, and provide the patient with a wide variety of options when facing treatment choices. More...

for more info;- http://www.usclivercancer.org/treat mentoptions.html

Answered by Priyanka C , an ibibo Master, at 5:23 PM on September 08, 2008

The treatment options for liver cancer are:

Surgery :

Surgery, as a treatment option for liver cancer, is available only for those patients whose tumors are no larger than 5 cm, are confined to the liver, and the cancer has not invaded the adjacent blood vessels, organs or lymph nodes.

There are four types of surgery performed in liver cancer patients:

Partial hepatectomy is a type of surgery where only part of the liver, where the tumor is located, is removed. There are three types of partial hepatectomy: (1) wedge resection, where a triangle-shape slice of tissue is removed, (2) lobe resection, where only the liver lobe is removed, and (3) partial resection, where a large portion of the liver is removed.

Total hepatectomy is a complex surgery where the entire liver is removed. This procedure is followed by a liver transplant because the body cannot live without the liver.

Cryosurgery is a type of surgery that kills cancerous cells by freezing them. This procedure uses the advantages provided by the freezing temperature on the cells. The cells, when exposed to low temperatures, form ice crystals inside that tear apart the cell’s body. The most common substance used as a cooling agent is liquid nitrogen. The nitrogen can be administrated (1) by spraying it on the tissue, (2) through a tube (cryoprobe) inserted into the tissue, or (3) swabbed directly on the tissue. Cryosurgery is a minimally invasive procedure that substantially reduces the patient recovery by minimizing the pain and scars. However, there are several risks involved when this procedure is performed such as the damage of nearby healthy tissue and nerves’ tissue.

Radiofrequency ablation (or RFA) is another minimally invasive, highly successful procedure that removes the liver tumors. Radiofrequency ablation uses radiofrequency current to kill cancerous cells by “cooking“ them. This procedure involves several electrodes, which are placed into the tumor either through the skin, or through small incisions in the abdomen, and send out radiofrequency current that ablates or removes the tumor. This procedure is performed with the help of a CT scan or ultrasound guidance.

Radiation Therapy or Radiotherapy is another treatment approach in the battle against liver cancer. It uses high-energy rays or particles to destroy cancerous cells. Liver cancer patient can receive radiation therapy through several forms.

External radiation therapy uses an external device (linear accelerator) to generate high-energy rays that focuses on the liver tumor.

Internal radiation therapy uses radioactive substances sealed in seeds, wires, needles, or catheters that are placed in the tumor tissue.

Radiolabeled antibodies uses radioactive substances attached to artificially made antibodies to kill cancerous cells. Normally, the body produces different types of antibodies to fight against infections and germs. Each type of antibody fight against a certain cells. The artificial antibodies are designed to kill the liver cancerous cells by radiating them.

The radiation therapy side effects include:

Feeling tired as the treatment continues.
Skin irritation (the skin becomes red, dry, or tender in the area where the body is irradiated).
Loss of appetite.
Vulnerability to infection.
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is a systemic treatment (affects cells throughout the entire body) that uses drugs either to stop the abnormal growth and dividing process of the cancerous cells, or to kill them. This type of treatment involves either a single drug, or a combination of several drugs, and it is usually administrated in cycles where a treatment period is followed by a recovery period.

The liver cancer patient can receive chemotherapy differently: (1) as pills, (2) intravenous, as an injection into the vein or through a catheter (a thin, flexible tube) placed in the

Answered by YourS , an ibibo Specialist, at 4:50 PM on September 08, 2008

Treatment Options :

Ablative Therapies
Cancers can be killed by placing needles into the tumors and killing the surrounding tissue by injecting alcohol, by heating, or by freezing.

Regional/Intra-Ar terial Chemotherapy
Regional chemotherapy uses drugs to treat the cancer, and is a non-surgical treatment for Hepatocellular Carcinoma. It takes advantage of direct access to the blood vessels to provide the arterial blood supply to the liver. .

Systemic Chemotherapy
Under certain circumstances it may be appropriate to deliver chemotherapy to the whole body administering it either by mouth or by vein.

Surgical Resection
If patients can withstand major surgery and has enough liver reserve, a resection is the best alternative. This may entail a hemi-hepatectomy or a segmental resection. However, patients with cirrhosis or severe liver disease may not be candidates for liver resection.

Liver Transplantation
Historically liver transplantation for hepatocellular cancer has been done since the inception of the technology of liver transplantation.

Live Donor Liver Transplantation
USC has one of the most active and successful live donor liver transplant (LDLT) programs in the United States. Live donor liver transplantation takes advantage of the liver’s ability to immediately function and grow after transplantation from a living donor to an appropriate recipient.

Clinical Trials for Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Clinical trials offer new or novel therapies for patients with liver cancer, and provide the patient with a wide variety of options when facing treatment choices.

Answered by alok , an ibibo Master, at 4:06 PM on September 08, 2008

Surgery,medication or radiation therapy ,liver transplantation are treatment options for liver cancer.

Answered by Musica , an ibibo Specialist, at 2:23 PM on September 08, 2008

Treatments for primary liver cancer depend on the extent (stage) of the disease as well as your age, overall health, feelings and personal preferences. Discuss all of your options carefully with your treatment team.

The goal of any treatment is to eliminate the cancer completely. When that isn't possible, the focus may be on preventing the tumor from growing or spreading. In some cases palliative care only is appropriate. Palliative care refers to treatment aimed not at removing or slowing the disease but at helping relieve symptoms and making you as comfortable as possible.

Treatments for primary liver cancer in adults
Treatments for adults with primary liver cancer include:

Surgery. The best treatment for localized resectable cancer is usually an operation known as surgical resection. In some cases, the area of the liver where the cancer is found can be completely removed. You aren't a candidate for surgical removal of liver tumors if you have cirrhosis or only a small amount of healthy liver tissue. Even when resections are successful, there is a chance the cancer can recur elsewhere in the liver or in other areas within a few years.
Alcohol injection. In this procedure, pure alcohol is injected directly into tumors, either through the skin or during an operation. Alcohol dries out the cells of the tumor and eventually the cells die. Each treatment consists of one injection, although you may need a series of injections for the best results. Alcohol injection has been shown to improve survival in people with small hepatocellular tumors. It may also be used to help reduce symptoms in cases of metastatic liver cancer. The most common side effect is leaking of alcohol onto the liver or into the abdominal cavity.

Radiofrequency ablation.

Chemoembolization.
Cryoablation (cryosurgery or cryotherapy).
Radiation therapy.
Chemotherapy.
Liver transplantation.
visit www.mayoclinic.com

Answered by Jyothi , an ibibo Master, at 2:21 PM on September 08, 2008

Treatment of liver cancer depends on the size of the tumor and whether there is cirrhosis. People without cirrhosis can do well if the tumor is removed or with treatments that destroy the tumor without surgery (such as injecting them with alcohol or heating them to high temperatures in a procedure called radiofrequency ablation). If there is cirrhosis, or a very large tumor, most experts recommend liver transplantation as the main treatment.

Answered by SESHAN , an ibibo Master, at 12:46 PM on September 08, 2008