How should liver cysts be treated?

Jun 07, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
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How should liver cysts be treated?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
The treatment for liver cysts mainly depends on the size and location of the cyst, the patient's symptoms, and whether complications are present. 1. General management: For patients with mild liver cysts, adjusting lifestyle habits can help control the condition, such as maintaining a balanced diet and avoiding excessive fatigue and stress. 2. Medication: Under medical supervision, medications such as albendazole tablets or prednisone acetate tablets may be used to relieve symptoms. If the liver cyst is caused by parasitic infection, anti-parasitic drugs can be administered. In cases of concurrent bacterial infection, antibiotic therapy may be used. 3. Minimally invasive surgical treatment: For larger liver cysts or those significantly affecting daily life, doctors may recommend minimally invasive surgical procedures, such as cyst fenestration or partial hepatectomy.