About this Research Topic
The liver, being a vital organ in the human body, necessitates the utmost care during surgical intervention to minimize damage and preserve function. Therefore, this special issue aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and future directions in extending patient eligibility for liver surgery by considering various aspects. These include the integration of neoadjuvant and adjuvant therapies, assessment of safety and efficacy, and addressing ethical considerations in the context of liver cancer treatment. By exploring these factors, the journal seeks to contribute to the ongoing efforts to improve the prognosis and therapeutic effect of surgical options for liver cancer patients.
Liver cancer, a significant cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide, requires the development and optimization of surgical techniques and refining patient selection criteria to enhance treatment outcomes and ultimately improve patient quality of life. In light of this, a specialized issue of a liver surgery journal delves into the advancements in minimally invasive surgical approaches, evaluates existing criteria for liver surgery, and explores possible expansions or modifications to these criteria.
The goal of this research is to explore new surgical approaches and techniques for liver cancer treatment. We want to find ways to expand the eligibility criteria for patients while ensuring safety and effectiveness. We are looking for original research and review articles on advancements in minimally invasive surgery, new techniques, assessing liver function, and complex surgical procedures. We are also interested in articles on combining other treatments with surgery, evaluating safety and effectiveness, and ethical considerations. Our aim is to improve the prognosis and treatment options for liver cancer patients, ultimately enhancing their quality of life.
●Reviewing current criteria: The special issue could start by assessing the existing criteria for liver surgery, such as tumor size, number of lesions, anatomical location, and patient factors. This review would serve as a baseline for discussing potential expansions or modifications.
We welcome high-quality papers on themes including, but not limited to:
●Identifying new criteria: The issue could explore emerging evidence and innovative approaches that challenge traditional criteria. This might include considering the use of advanced imaging techniques, genetic profiling, or molecular markers to refine patient selection and improve surgical outcomes.
●Evaluating minimally invasive techniques: The special issue could focus on minimally invasive liver surgery, such as laparoscopic or robotic-assisted procedures. These techniques might allow for broader criteria by reducing the invasiveness of surgery and improving postoperative recovery.
●Assessing neoadjuvant and adjuvant therapies: Expanding the criteria for liver surgery could involve incorporating neoadjuvant therapies (such as chemotherapy or radiation) to downsize tumors before surgery or adjuvant therapies to improve outcomes postoperatively. The special issue could explore the impact of these treatments on patient eligibility and surgical outcomes.
●Assessing neoadjuvant and adjuvant therapies: Expanding the criteria for liver surgery could involve incorporating neoadjuvant therapies (such as chemotherapy or radiation) to downsize tumors before surgery or adjuvant therapies to improve outcomes postoperatively. The special issue could explore the impact of these treatments on patient eligibility and surgical outcomes.
●Sharing expert opinions and guidelines: The special issue could feature perspectives from renowned liver surgeons and multidisciplinary teams involved in liver surgery. These experts could provide their insights on expanding criteria, discuss controversies, and propose guidelines or consensus statements for implementing broader eligibility criteria in clinical practice.
●Addressing ethical considerations: Expanding the criteria for liver surgery may raise ethical questions, such as resource allocation, equity, and patient autonomy. The special issue could include articles discussing the ethical implications and considerations when broadening the eligibility criteria.
Liver cancer, a significant cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide, requires the development and optimization of surgical techniques and refining patient selection criteria to enhance treatment outcomes and ultimately improve patient quality of life. In light of this, a specialized issue of a liver surgery journal delves into the advancements in minimally invasive surgical approaches, evaluates existing criteria for liver surgery, and explores possible expansions or modifications to these criteria.
The goal of this research is to explore new surgical approaches and techniques for liver cancer treatment. We want to find ways to expand the eligibility criteria for patients while ensuring safety and effectiveness. We are looking for original research and review articles on advancements in minimally invasive surgery, new techniques, assessing liver function, and complex surgical procedures. We are also interested in articles on combining other treatments with surgery, evaluating safety and effectiveness, and ethical considerations. Our aim is to improve the prognosis and treatment options for liver cancer patients, ultimately enhancing their quality of life.
●Reviewing current criteria: The special issue could start by assessing the existing criteria for liver surgery, such as tumor size, number of lesions, anatomical location, and patient factors. This review would serve as a baseline for discussing potential expansions or modifications.
We welcome high-quality papers on themes including, but not limited to:
●Identifying new criteria: The issue could explore emerging evidence and innovative approaches that challenge traditional criteria. This might include considering the use of advanced imaging techniques, genetic profiling, or molecular markers to refine patient selection and improve surgical outcomes.
●Evaluating minimally invasive techniques: The special issue could focus on minimally invasive liver surgery, such as laparoscopic or robotic-assisted procedures. These techniques might allow for broader criteria by reducing the invasiveness of surgery and improving postoperative recovery.
●Assessing neoadjuvant and adjuvant therapies: Expanding the criteria for liver surgery could involve incorporating neoadjuvant therapies (such as chemotherapy or radiation) to downsize tumors before surgery or adjuvant therapies to improve outcomes postoperatively. The special issue could explore the impact of these treatments on patient eligibility and surgical outcomes.
●Assessing neoadjuvant and adjuvant therapies: Expanding the criteria for liver surgery could involve incorporating neoadjuvant therapies (such as chemotherapy or radiation) to downsize tumors before surgery or adjuvant therapies to improve outcomes postoperatively. The special issue could explore the impact of these treatments on patient eligibility and surgical outcomes.
●Sharing expert opinions and guidelines: The special issue could feature perspectives from renowned liver surgeons and multidisciplinary teams involved in liver surgery. These experts could provide their insights on expanding criteria, discuss controversies, and propose guidelines or consensus statements for implementing broader eligibility criteria in clinical practice.
●Addressing ethical considerations: Expanding the criteria for liver surgery may raise ethical questions, such as resource allocation, equity, and patient autonomy. The special issue could include articles discussing the ethical implications and considerations when broadening the eligibility criteria.
Keywords: Minimally invasive surgery, New techniques, Criteria Extending, Marginal liver function, Complex surgery
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