Davao Liver, Pancreas, Biliary and Gall bladder Clinic

26/11/2025

12/11/2025

💜 Let’s Talk About IPMN – A Pancreatic Cyst You Shouldn’t Ignore

Most of the time, when people hear “pancreatic cyst,” they think it’s nothing serious. But some cysts — like IPMN (Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasm) — deserve a closer look. 👀

IPMN is a type of growth in the pancreas that produces mucus. Some are harmless, but others can slowly change and become cancerous if not monitored properly.

🩺 Here’s what you need to know:
• Many people discover it by accident during a scan for something else.
• It doesn’t usually cause symptoms at first.
• Your doctor may recommend regular check-ups or even surgery, depending on the size and type.

💡 The good news:
When IPMN is found early and monitored by a specialist, problems can often be prevented.

So if you or someone you know has been told you have a pancreatic cyst — don’t panic, but don’t ignore it either. Get proper advice from your doctor.

Let’s spread awareness. Early detection saves lives! 💪💜

25/08/2025

For more info:
Visit my clinic or contact my secretary
Ms. Kim: (0955) 823 4593

16/08/2025

“Gallstones: When to Worry and When Surgery is Needed”

🫀 Did you know? Gallstones are quite common, and many people don’t even know they have them. But sometimes, they can cause serious symptoms like:
• Sudden abdominal pain (especially after fatty meals)
• Nausea or vomiting
• Jaundice (yellowing of the eyes/skin)

⚠️ Left untreated, gallstones may lead to cholecystitis (gallbladder infection), pancreatitis, or bile duct blockage.

✅ The good news: Gallbladder surgery (laparoscopic cholecystectomy) is safe and effective — and can prevent these complications.

💡 If you experience frequent abdominal pain or digestive issues, it may be time to see an HPB specialist.

👉 Don’t ignore the signs — your liver, pancreas, and biliary system work together to keep you healthy!

07/08/2025

This case reminds us of the delicate balance between palliative intent and surgical impact—and the importance of multidisciplinary care.


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21/07/2025

🇵🇭 Liver Cancer: Tahimik Pero Nakakabahala 🧬

Alam niyo ba na liver cancer (kanser sa atay) ay isa sa mga pinakadelikado — kadalasan huli na ito natutuklasan?

💢 Mga Sanhi o Risk Factors:
🔹 Chronic Hepatitis B o C
🔹 Cirrhosis (pagtigas o pagkasira ng atay)
🔹 Fatty liver (madalas sa overweight/obese)
🔹 Labis na pag-inom ng alak
🔹 Pagkain ng kontaminadong pagkain (aflatoxin)

⚠️ Mga Sintomas na Dapat Bantayan:
– Paninilaw ng balat at mata (jaundice)
– Masakit o mabigat sa kanang itaas ng tiyan
– Kawalan ng gana sa pagkain
– Biglaang pagpayat at panghihina
– Pananamlay o paminsang pagsusuka

🩻 Paano ito nasusuri?
✔️ Ultrasound, CT scan, o MRI
✔️ Blood test (AFP, CA19-9, CEA, Pivka II tumor marker)

🎯 Mga Gamot o Lunas:
– Operasyon (liver resection)
– Ablation (pagpapainit o lamig sa tumor)
– TACE (chemo diretso sa tumor)
– Immunotherapy
– Liver transplant (sa piling kaso)

✅ Paano makakaiwas?
🛡️ Magpabakuna laban sa Hepatitis B
🛡️ Iwas alak at paninigarilyo
🛡️ Kumain ng malinis at balanseng pagkain
🛡️ Regular na check-up lalo na kung may history ng liver disease

👉 Madalas tahimik ang liver cancer. Kaya mas mahalaga ang maagang pag-detect.

Magpa-check up. Magpakonsulta. Maging maagap.
💙 Para sa atay, para sa buhay.

06/07/2025

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06/07/2025

Another case of gallbladder cancer in a young patient.

In just two months, we’ve encountered yet another case of gallbladder cancer—this time in a 34-year-old female. Gallbladder malignancy remains a rare but aggressive disease, and its presence in younger patients highlights the need for continued awareness and early evaluation.

🛠️ Surgery performed: Radical cholecystectomy
📡 Intraoperative ultrasound used for assessment
🧪 Frozen section: Adenocarcinoma confirmed
✅ Margins: All negative

Early detection, appropriate surgical planning, and use of intraoperative adjuncts remain key to achieving curative outcomes.

07/03/2025

55 yo ColoRectal Liver metastasis (CRLM) patient, after conversion chemotherapy underwent combined Resection (4 tumors) + Ablation using Emprint Microwave ablation (8 tumors ablated) >>>> discharge after 5 days.