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The 2025 Nobel Prize in Medicine: An Award for the Balance of the Immune System

The 2025 Nobel Prize in Medicine has been awarded to Mary E. Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell, and Shimon Sakaguchi for their discovery of the cellular and genetic mechanisms that maintain the balance of the immune system, preventing it from attacking the body's own tissues....

Hepatobiliopancreatic Surgery in Cuenca: Specialized Surgical Care

What is Hepatobiliopancreatic Surgery? Hepatobiliopancreatic surgery in Cuenca is a surgical specialty focused on treating diseases of the liver, biliary tract, and pancreas. These procedures require high expertise and precision. Dr. Luis Flores, an expert in...

Understanding Digestive Surgery and Its Benefits

Digestive surgery in Cuenca is a medical specialty that treats conditions affecting the gastrointestinal tract: esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. Dr. Luis Flores, an expert in advanced and minimally invasive procedures, offers tailored...

Liver Transplant in Cuenca: A Life-Saving Procedure with Dr. Luis Flores

A liver transplant in Cuenca is a high-complexity surgery that replaces a failing liver with a healthy one from a donor. It is often the only option for patients with severe chronic liver diseases or acute liver failure. Dr. Luis Flores, a specialist in hepatobiliary...

Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy in Cuenca: Safe and Effective Gallbladder Treatment

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy in Cuenca is a safe, effective surgical procedure for treating gallbladder diseases such as gallstones or chronic cholecystitis. This minimally invasive approach removes the gallbladder through small incisions, offering quick recovery and...

Hepatobiliopancreatic Surgery in Cuenca: Specialized Care with Dr. Luis Flores

What is hepatobiliopancreatic surgery? Hepatobiliopancreatic surgery in Cuenca is a specialized field focused on surgical treatment of diseases affecting the liver, bile ducts, and pancreas. These organs are essential for digestion and metabolic functions. Dr. Luis...

Biliodigestive Bypass, Bile Duct Exploration and Cholecystectomy

Advanced laparoscopic surgery in Cuenca offers a modern solution for patients with complex biliary conditions. This procedure combines a laparoscopic biliodigestive bypass, bile duct exploration, and laparoscopic cholecystectomy, allowing the treatment of multiple...

A Safe Alternative for Treating Portal Hypertension

Portosystemic shunt surgery in Cuenca is a highly specialized procedure used to manage portal hypertension, a condition where elevated pressure in the portal vein leads to complications such as esophageal varices, ascites, and hepatic encephalopathy. Dr. Luis Flores,...

Laparoscopic Stomach and Duodenum Surgery

Laparoscopic stomach and duodenum surgery in Cuenca is a modern surgical option used to treat conditions of the upper digestive tract such as complicated ulcers, tumors, obstructions, or bleeding. Dr. Luis Flores, a specialist in digestive and hepatobiliary surgery,...

Digestive surgery in Cuenca: expert care

Discover how digestive surgery in Cuenca with Dr. Luis Flores offers safe, advanced, and minimally invasive solutions

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Do You Have Fatty Liver?Fatty Liver

Introduction A fatty liver, also known as hepatic steatosis, is an increasingly common condition affecting many people worldwide. This condition is characterized by the excessive accumulation of fat in liver cells. If not properly managed, it can lead to serious...

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All About Biliary Tract Tumors

All About Biliary Tract Tumors

Introduction Biliary tract tumors are a group of neoplasms that can affect the bile ducts, which are responsible for transporting bile from the liver to the small intestine. Although relatively rare, their diagnosis and treatment can be complex. This article, aimed at...

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What is a Choledochal Cyst?

What is a Choledochal Cyst?

Introduction Choledochal cysts are a rare but significant condition affecting the biliary system. These cysts are abnormal dilations of the bile duct, the pathway that carries bile from the liver to the small intestine. This article aims to provide a clear and...

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How We Diagnose Hiatal Hernia

Upper Digestive Endoscopy Upper digestive endoscopy is essential for diagnosing hiatal hernia. We use a flexible endoscope, a thin tube with a camera, to visually explore the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. This procedure allows us to directly observe the digestive...

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Structure and Location of the Liver

Anatomy of the Liver The liver is a large, reddish-brown organ located in the upper right part of the abdomen, beneath the diaphragm. It is divided into two main lobes: the larger right lobe and the smaller left lobe. Relationship with Other Organs The liver is...

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Tips for Optimal Digestive Health

Tips for Optimal Digestive Health

Maintaining optimal digestive health is essential for our overall well-being. A healthy digestive system allows us to enjoy a good quality of life by enabling efficient digestion and adequate nutrient absorption. In this article, we will explore some key tips for...

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