Dr. Naveen Polavarapu, Senior Consultant, Medical Gastroenterologist, Liver Specialist, Lead Advanced Endoscopic Interventions & Training, Clinical Director, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad says, It has long been believed that cirrhosis, a chronic liver condition marked by liver tissue scarring, is permanent. Recent studies, however, show that the liver can regenerate and cure itself under specific circumstances, providing individuals with this severe condition with new hope.
The final stage of increasing liver damage is cirrhosis, which is frequently brought on by autoimmune diseases, fatty liver disease, heavy alcohol use, and hepatitis B and C. Scar tissue from repeated injuries impairs liver function and may result in potentially fatal consequences. Liver transplantation was thought to be the sole effective treatment for end-stage cirrhosis for many years, but it carries a number of serious concerns, such as a shortage of donors and the need for lifelong immunosuppressive treatment. To book an appointment, please call [08065906114 / 08065906179] or book online at –https://www.yashodahospitals.com/
Dr. Naveen Polavarapu said Recent research indicates that with prompt and suitable therapies, cirrhosis can be reversed. When the root of the problem is addressed, damaged tissue can be restored thanks to the liver’s amazing regenerative capacity, which is made possible by hepatocytes. The severity of liver damage, the cause of cirrhosis, and the existence of complications such portal hypertension or liver cancer are all factors that affect reversal. Since cirrhosis is more likely to be reversed if detected and treated in its early stages, early identification and treatment are important.
Treatment strategies include transarterial chemoembolization for liver cancer, lifestyle changes like quitting alcohol and losing weight for fatty liver disease, and pharmacological therapies like antiviral drugs for viral hepatitis. Early fibrosis detection and routine monitoring are made possible by non-invasive instruments like Fibroscan, which lessen the need for repeated biopsies and improve therapy response tracking. When alternative treatments are ineffective or the condition is advanced, liver transplantation is still necessary. Living donor transplants and better post-transplant care are examples of transplantation technology advancements that have increased access and improved results.
In summary, although cirrhosis was previously thought to be permanent, emerging evidence suggests that it may be reversed with prompt diagnosis and focused therapy. Raising awareness of the causes of liver disease and its early detection can improve patient outcomes and quality of life by reducing liver-related mortality and preventing the need for multiple transplants.Dr. Naveen Polavarapu, Senior Consultant, Medical Gastroenterologist, Liver Specialist, Lead Advanced Endoscopic Interventions & Training, Clinical Director, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad will visit Every month on 16,&17,Dec,2025 to provide specialized consultations and care at our center in SILIGURI. To book an appointment, please call [08065906114 / 08065906179] or book online at –https://www.yashodahospitals.com/
