Our Services
- Liver Cancer
Hepatocellular carcinoma is a complication of many liver diseases including cirrhosis due to viral Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, or alcohol-induced liver disease. There are many therapeutic options available for these tumors, which can be treated with medication, resection, transplantation, minimally invasive ablation techniques (ethanol injection) and cryotherapy (freezing) or a combination of these approaches.
- Primary Biliary Cirrhosis/Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
These cholestatic aliments of the liver are difficult to treat and often lead to cirrhosis and liver cancer. Often, these disorders require liver transplantation; however, newer therapies are now available.
- Hepatitis C
Due to the fact that there is no vaccine yet available to immunize against this virus, we strongly believe that early detection and treatment are vital. We have a long history in developing new treatments for this difficult to treat disease and are internationally recognized for our efforts. New protocols for the treatment of Hepatitis C are continually being generated and offered only to Liver Program patients.
- Cirrhosis
This condition – permanent scarring of the liver -- often represents the end stage of many liver diseases including alcohol, autoimmune hepatitis, hepatitis C, and chronic cholestatic disorders. Cirrhosis results in:
- Jaundice (yellow eyes)
- Gastrointestinal (internal) bleeding
- Encephalopathy (inability to think clearly)
- Edema (swelling and fluid retention)
- Infection
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New Clinic Opens
Opened in January 2007, this 5,000 square foot center will accommodate 15,000 patient visits each year. The expansion includes the addition of: 8 exam rooms, 3 procedure rooms, an educational conference, and a physician sign-out room.
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Fast Facts
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C is a virus that infects the liver and circulates at very high levels as much as millions of little viral particles in a droplet of an infected person’s blood. Read more.
Alcohol and the Liver
Did you know that each typical drink (can or bottle of beer, glass of wine, shot of whiskey) contains about 10 grams of ethyl alcohol? Read more.
Liver Transplants
Liver transplantation is often required for patients with cirrhosis and medical management of cirrhosis complications can be difficult. We offer state-of-the-art medical, surgical, and radiological therapies including TIPS (Transjugular Intrahepatic Porto-Systemic Shunts).
Our highly respected team of liver transplant surgeons work closely with the physicians and nursing staff of the Liver Program to provide you with the efficient, coordinated and compassionate continuum of care. We are extremely proud of our excellent outcomes in liver transplantation. This excellence is due to our long-standing experience in performing liver transplantation. A dedicated staff, along with a separate liver transplant Intensive Care Unit and step-down ward at the University of Illinois Hospital contribute immeasurably to our success.
This team identifies cases in which patients with liver diseases can benefit from liver transplantation. Commonly accepted indications for liver transplantation include:
- Cirrhosis
- Metabolic disorders
- Genetic disorders
- Hepatocellular carcinoma
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Some disorders require the experience and resources available at a specialty center such as the Bobbie and Marvin Fink Family Liver Center. In parallel with our focus on unique or advanced diseases, our physicians and primary nurses to ensure that each patient receives personalized care. Our goal is to provide a consistent level of care and improved quality of life for our patients and their families. ;){kind=link}
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