How To Diagnose And Treat Liver Cysts

Cyst Drainage

Cyst drainage is a minimally invasive procedure that could provide temporary relief for patients experiencing symptoms due to liver cysts. To perform this procedure, doctors give the patient a local anesthetic to prevent pain. Next, a thin needle is inserted into the patient's liver. The doctor will advance the needle until it reaches the cyst, and this is usually done with ultrasound guidance. Once the healthcare professional has confirmed the needle is in the right location, they will withdraw fluid from the cyst, draining it completely. The needle is then removed, and a sterile dressing is placed over the area. In general, doctors only recommend cyst drainage as a temporary measure; the cysts will normally fill up with fluid again as time progresses.

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