Sadar hosp starts liver, pancreas and biliary treatment services

Ranchi: Sadar hospital in the state capital launched its new liver, pancreas, and biliary system OPD on Sunday. Liver specialist Dr Praveen Kumar from Kolkata conducted his first outpatient service, advising three patients on issues related to fatty liver and other hepatic ailments.According to experts, the initiative is part of a health campaign titled Fatty Liver Free Ranchi, which aims to raise awareness and ensure early detection and treatment of liver-related diseases, particularly fatty liver, which is increasingly being diagnosed even in children. During the consultations, Dr Praveen advised patients to undergo specific diagnostic tests and adopt dietary changes as preventive measures. "Early detection and timely lifestyle correction can prevent liver disease from escalating," said Dr Praveen. His consultation is completely free, with only a Rs 10 registration fee. Civil surgeon Dr Prabhat Kumar emphasised the importance of such specialist services at the district level. He said, "Dr Praveen is an expert in treating diseases of the liver, pancreas, and biliary system. Most liver conditions, if diagnosed early, can be managed at home through appropriate treatment. Around 10 to 20 percent of patients, however, reach the stage of acute or chronic liver failure and may require ICU-level care. We are preparing to offer such advanced support at Sadar hospital itself," he said. "Children are becoming increasingly vulnerable due to sedentary lifestyles. This condition, earlier seen only in adults, is now being detected in school-age kids," added Dr Prabhat. The hospital is also working in collaboration with schools to spread awareness. Dr Prabhat said, "We recently held discussions with school principals to educate students about liver health. The goal is to promote healthier habits early in life."