Liver cancer

Liver Cancer at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City in Abu Dhabi: An Advanced Approach to Treatment and Care

Liver cancer is one of the most common and widespread cancers and represents a major public health challenge in the UAE. Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) in Abu Dhabi is a leading destination for the diagnosis and treatment of liver cancer, providing comprehensive medical care for patients across all ages and disease stages.

Distinguished Medical Team

Our experts in the Division of Oncology at SSMC include haematology and oncology physicians certified by North American and European boards, with extensive experience in diagnosing and treating liver cancer using the latest medical techniques.

Comprehensive Treatment Options

SSMC offers a wide range of treatments for liver cancer, including:

• Surgical resection: Removal of the cancerous tumour from the liver
• Chemotherapy: The use of medicines to combat cancer cells
• Radiotherapy: The use of radiation to destroy cancer cells
• Liver transplantation: Replacing the diseased liver with a healthy donor liver
• Targeted therapies: Medicines that act on specific molecules or pathways in cancer cells

Advanced Diagnostic Techniques

SSMC uses state-of-the-art imaging to diagnose liver cancer with high accuracy, including:

• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): Used to create detailed images of the liver
• Computed tomography (CT): Used to create three-dimensional images of the liver
• Ultrasound (US): Used to examine the liver directly
• Blood tests: Used to assess liver function and to check for cancer markers

Comprehensive Patient Care

SSMC provides comprehensive care for patients with liver cancer, including:

• Psychological support: To help patients cope with the diagnosis and treatment
• Health education: Providing information about liver cancer and the available treatment options
• Regular follow-ups: Monitoring patients after treatment to help ensure the cancer does not return

Why SSMC?

• Distinguished medical team: With extensive experience in hepatology and oncology
• Advanced therapeutic techniques: Using the latest medical technologies to treat liver cancer
• Comprehensive patient care: Delivering holistic medical, psychological and social support
• Safe and comfortable environment: Providing a safe and comfortable setting for patients and their families

For more information, please contact Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City on 800 7762 or schedule an appointment.