Minimally Invasive Liver Surgery in Dhaka

Minimally invasive liver surgery uses 3–5 small incisions (5–12 mm) instead of a single large incision. A high-definition camera and long, specialised instruments allow the surgeon to perform resections, cyst fenestrations, and biopsies with the same precision as open surgery.

Dr. Arefin uses modern Storz laparoscopic equipment with HD imaging and energy devices (harmonic scalpel, LigaSure) to achieve secure haemostasis — the critical challenge in liver surgery. For selected cases, he also employs hand-assisted and hybrid techniques.

• Laparoscopic liver wedge resection — removing small peripheral tumours
• Laparoscopic left lateral sectionectomy — removal of segments II and III
• Laparoscopic cyst fenestration — treating simple and polycystic liver disease
• Laparoscopic liver biopsy — diagnostic sampling of diffuse liver disease
• Diagnostic laparoscopy — staging and assessment of peritoneal disease

Compared to open surgery, minimally invasive liver surgery offers:

• Smaller incisions — cosmetically superior, less wound pain
• Reduced blood loss — pneumoperitoneum pressure and magnified vision improve control
• Shorter hospital stay — typically 2–4 days versus 7–10 days for open surgery
• Faster recovery — return to normal activities in 2–3 weeks versus 6–8 weeks
• Lower wound complication rates — reduced infection and hernia risk