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Cyst of Pancreas Specialist - Dr. Scott Liu
Dr. Scott is a pancreatic cyst specialist at GastroDoxs in Houston, she is a specialist in diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic cysts using the least invasive procedure. His trained personnel ensures early diagnosis, full scale treatment and lifetime relaxation through complex imaging, needle-biopsy and special designed nutrition.
Dr. Scott Liu, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with over six years of experience and a background in military medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, completed his Internal Medicine residency at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, and finished his Gastroenterology fellowship through the National Capital Consortium. Dr. Liu provides comprehensive care for a broad range of digestive conditions, including abdominal pain, acid reflux, liver disease, chronic diarrhea, and colon cancer screening. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and is known for his disciplined, patient-focused approach and clear communication.
Common Causes and Risk Factors
Continuous pancreatal swelling (pancreatitis).
Pancreatic injury or trauma
Family pancreatic issues.
Age over 50
Smoking or heavy alcohol use
Signs and Symptoms
Often none in early stages
Pain in the upper abdomen which is either aching or sharp.
Following mini meals, distention or fullness.
Unexplained weight loss
Nausea or vomiting
Yellow skin or eyes (jaundice)
How Dr. Scott Diagnoses This Condition?
Dr. Scott uses a step-by-step approach:
Medical History and Exam
He investigates your symptoms, especially your stomach pain- has pancreatitis history, alcoholism, stomach trauma and family history of pancreatic disease.
Blood Tests
In order to rule out malignancy, we will test pancreatic enzymes (amylase and lipase), liver function tests, and tumor markers (CEA, CA 19-9) to ascertain inflammation.
CT scan/MRI provides a detailed morphology of the anatomy cyst, septations and position with respect to the neighboring ducts.
Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) is considered to offer high-quality findings and guide the fluid sampling procedure to more specifics.
Advanced Testing (if needed)
Cyst-fluid study may be carried out as a cytology, biochemical, and molecular analysis in form of fine-needle aspiration (FNA) in order to determine the risk of cancer in EUS.
Treatment
Our Team offers a full range of care for pancreatic cysts.
1. Lifestyle and Diet Modifications
Eat 4-6 small, low fat meals per day.
Take at least 8 cups of water daily.
Stop alcohol and stop cigarettes.
Choose skimmed proteins, whole grains and fresh fruit and vegetables.
2. Medications
Others such as pain relievers such as acetaminophen or prescription-prescription strength pain relievers.
To aid digestion, pancreatic enzyme supplements.
In case the cyst becomes infected, antibiotics.
3. Minimally Invasive and Surgical Procedures
Endoscopic drainage or stenting to decongest the fluid pressure.
Symptomatic or bigger cysts Laparoscopic surgery.
Half pancreas surgery in which it is needed because of high risk or complex cysts.
Dr. Scott Liu, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with over six years of experience and a background in military medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, completed his Internal Medicine residency at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, and finished his Gastroenterology fellowship through the National Capital Consortium. Dr. Liu provides comprehensive care for a broad range of digestive conditions, including abdominal pain, acid reflux, liver disease, chronic diarrhea, and colon cancer screening. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and is known for his disciplined, patient-focused approach and clear communication.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is pancreatic cyst on head?
A cyst of the pancreas is a fluid filled sac that is located on the hand of the right, pancreas. It has the ability of compressing the surrounding ducts that may cause jaundice or stomachache.
Are all pancreatic cysts dangerous?
No. There are several cysts of the pancreas that are harmless and asymptomatic. Dr. Scott uses routine imaging and fluid reviews to monitor the incidence of malignancy.
How do you treat a pancreatic cyst?
Some of the treatment options that Dr. Scott provides based on the type of cyst and risk of cancer will include the medications, watchful waiting and periodical scans, lifestyle changes and dietary changes.
What is your experience of cyst operation?
The mean number of days that patients spend is 3-5 days. It takes 4-6 weeks of normal recovery and Dr. Scott and his employees provide constant assistance and support.
Will dietary intervention decrease the size of the cyst?
Even though the symptoms can be alleviated by the low-fat, nutrient-dense diet to maintain the pancreas healthy, the large cysts are often treated by an endoscopic or surgical procedure to end the treatment.
What does ICD-10 code K86.2 mean?
The inclusion is coded by the ICD-10 code K86.2, which should be part of diagnosis and billing of the nonneoplastic (noncancerous) pancreatic cysts.
When would I refer to an expert in Houston?
Consult Dr. Scott when the upper abdomen is not explained as painful, when the weight is decreased, jaundiced, when an image shows the pancreatic cyst and then this should be further evaluated.
