Liver Disease

Overview

Liver disease encompasses numerous disorders which disrupt the normal functions of the liver. Normal liver functions include:

• Breaking down harmful substances
• Removing waste products from the blood
• Storing nutrients and vitamins
• Moderating chemical levels in the body

Mayo Clinic is a leading center for treatment of and research on liver diseases.

Why choose Mayo Clinic

• Experience. Mayo Clinic has a worldwide reputation for expertise in diagnosing and treating liver disease. Each year, Mayo Clinic liver specialists (hepatologists) treat thousands of people for liver disease and perform more than 500 liver transplants.
• Team approach. At Mayo, you will have access to doctors from hepatology, radiology, pathology, genetics, surgery and other areas, all with special training and experience in liver diseases, and all working together to solve your problem.
• Continuous improvement. Mayo Clinic doctors have made important advances in treating liver disease, and their continuing research helps ensure that you receive the latest in liver disease treatment.

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., ranks No. 1 for digestive disorders in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings. Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Ariz., and in Jacksonville, Fla., are ranked among the Best Hospitals for digestive disorders by U.S. News & World Report.

Read more about liver problems at MayoClinic.com.