Mumbai Doctors Remove Rare 2.2 Liter Liver Cyst in 50-Year-Old Man

Mumbai: A team led by Dr. Imran Shaikh, Consultant GI and HPB Surgeon at Wockhardt Hospitals, Mira Road, successfully treated a 50-year-old man from Malad suffering from a massive liver cyst measuring over 18 cm and containing 2.2 liters of fluid. The cyst, occupying nearly 70% of the liver, was compressing vital organs and causing jaundice, necessitating urgent and complex surgical intervention.

Mr. Ashok Surti, who was once active and cheerful, found himself struggling with discomfort as the pain and yellowing of his skin worsened. What began as mild discomfort escalated into a severe medical concern, leading him to seek medical attention. Unbeknownst to him, these symptoms were the result of a rare and life-threatening liver condition. He was admitted to Wockhardt Hospitals, Mira Road, with alarming symptoms of jaundice and skin discolouration.

Dr. Imran Shaikh explained, "The patient had no prior medical history of liver issues and was living a normal life until the cyst began to cause discomfort and jaundice. Investigations, including ultrasound, MRI, and CT scans, confirmed the rare condition, with the cyst threatening to rupture, which could have led to complications such as severe bleeding and sudden death. This was a highly challenging case due to the size of the cyst and its impact on surrounding organs. The benign cyst had grown to replace almost 70% of the liver and was causing compression on the bile duct, leading to jaundice. While hepatic cysts are relatively common, cases like this, where the cyst grows to such an enormous size and causes symptoms, are extremely rare, accounting for less than 1% of cases. The patient was scheduled for laparoscopic partial resection of the cyst with drainage of content and decompression of the bile duct."

Detailing the surgical approach, Dr. Shaikh added, "The procedure was complex due to the risk of intraoperative bleeding and postoperative bile leaks. However, the 2.2-liter cyst was removed without complications. After two hours of surgery, the patient responded well to treatment and was discharged within five days. He is now on the path to recovery after the successful removal of the cyst. He will require regular follow-ups to monitor his liver function but is expected to lead a normal life."

Expressing his gratitude, Mr. Ashok Surti shared, "I am grateful to Dr. Imran and his team for giving me a second chance at life. When I was diagnosed with such a massive cyst in my liver, I was filled with fear and uncertainty. I am now on the path to recovery and can look forward to a healthy future."

The successful treatment highlights the advanced surgical capabilities of Wockhardt Hospitals, Mira Road, in managing complex and life-threatening liver conditions.