Dr. Rohit Mehtani is a leading hepatologist, gastroenterologist, and liver transplant specialist in New Delhi with expertise in managing fatty liver disease, liver cirrhosis, portal hypertension, liver failure, autoimmune liver diseases, and post-transplant care. With advanced training from PGIMER Chandigarh, ILBS, and Max Super Speciality Hospital, he provides evidence-based and personalized treatment for complex liver disorders using the latest advancements in hepatology and therapeutic endoscopy.

Liver cirrhosis often develops silently and may not cause symptoms in its early stages. Common warning signs include fatigue, loss of appetite, weight loss, abdominal swelling, jaundice, leg swelling, easy bruising, confusion, and gastrointestinal bleeding. Early diagnosis by an experienced hepatologist can slow disease progression and prevent serious complications such as portal hypertension, liver failure, and liver cancer.

Yes, fatty liver disease can often be reversed, especially when diagnosed early. Weight loss, regular exercise, healthy dietary habits, diabetes control, and management of cholesterol levels play a crucial role in reversing liver fat accumulation. Timely evaluation by a hepatologist helps identify patients at risk of liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, and liver cancer and ensures appropriate long-term management and monitoring.

Portal hypertension refers to increased pressure within the portal venous system, usually caused by liver cirrhosis. It can lead to serious complications including esophageal varices, gastrointestinal bleeding, ascites, enlarged spleen, and hepatic encephalopathy. Early diagnosis and treatment by a liver specialist are essential to reduce the risk of life-threatening bleeding and improve long-term patient outcomes.

Upper GI endoscopy is performed to investigate symptoms such as acid reflux, abdominal pain, swallowing difficulty, vomiting, anemia, and gastrointestinal bleeding. It helps diagnose gastritis, stomach ulcers, esophageal varices, Barrett's esophagus, infections, and gastrointestinal cancers. Endoscopy also allows therapeutic procedures such as bleeding control, variceal banding, and biopsy collection during the same session.

Colonoscopy is recommended for patients with rectal bleeding, persistent constipation, chronic diarrhea, unexplained anemia, abdominal pain, changes in bowel habits, or a family history of colorectal cancer. It is also considered the gold standard for colorectal cancer screening. Early colonoscopy helps detect polyps and cancers at a treatable stage and can significantly reduce cancer-related mortality.

ERCP, or Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography, is an advanced endoscopic procedure used to diagnose and treat bile duct and pancreatic disorders. It is commonly performed for bile duct stones, obstructive jaundice, biliary strictures, pancreatic duct abnormalities, and cancers involving the bile duct, pancreas, or gallbladder. ERCP can remove stones and place stents without the need for major surgery.

Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) combines endoscopy with high-resolution ultrasound imaging to evaluate the pancreas, bile ducts, liver, gastrointestinal tract, and surrounding lymph nodes. It is highly effective for diagnosing pancreatic cancer, bile duct cancer, pancreatic cysts, submucosal lesions, and unexplained abdominal symptoms. EUS-guided biopsy provides accurate tissue diagnosis for personalized treatment planning.

Despite advances in imaging and blood tests, liver biopsy remains the gold standard for diagnosing and staging many liver diseases. It provides detailed information regarding liver inflammation, fibrosis, cirrhosis, autoimmune liver diseases, and fatty liver severity. Liver biopsy helps hepatologists make precise treatment decisions and determine long-term prognosis for patients with chronic liver disorders.

Patients with chronic liver disease, abnormal liver tests, jaundice, fatty liver disease, cirrhosis, hepatitis, liver cancer, or liver transplant requirements should consult a hepatologist. While gastroenterologists treat digestive disorders broadly, hepatologists have specialized expertise in liver diseases, transplant hepatology, portal hypertension, and advanced liver failure management.

A gastroenterologist and hepatologist manages a wide range of digestive and liver disorders including fatty liver disease, liver cirrhosis, viral hepatitis, portal hypertension, autoimmune liver diseases, inflammatory bowel disease, gastrointestinal bleeding, pancreatic diseases, bile duct obstruction, gallbladder disorders, liver cancer, and complications requiring advanced endoscopic procedures such as ERCP and EUS.

Dr. Rohit Mehtani combines advanced hepatology expertise with extensive experience in liver transplantation, therapeutic endoscopy, and management of complex liver diseases. His evidence-based approach, international research contributions, and specialized training from premier institutions make him one of the leading hepatologists and liver transplant specialists in New Delhi for comprehensive liver and digestive care.