THE UPPER GI, BARIATRIC AND METABOLIC SURGERY UNIT
The UpperGI, Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery unit performs operations for benign and malignant conditions affectingthe gullet or the food pipe (oesophagus), stomach and the duodenum (first part of the small bowel). This unit also specializes in surgical management of obesity (Bariatric and metabolic surgery). The surgical procedures are performed by minimally invasive (key-hole) or open technique based on individual merit of the case.
We undertake multidisciplinary approach towards prevention, diagnosis and treatment of Upper gastrointestinal diseases including cancer, tailored to suit the individual patient. We have excellent Radiology, Oncology (Radiation/Chemotherapy),Gastroenterology, Medical Endocrinology, Anaesthesia and Intensive careunit support to complement totality of services provided by us.
We offer a full range of assessment, treatment and follow up for a wide range of Upper gastrointestinal disorders. This website offers only a synopsis of services offered by us. Full details of surgical management can be obtained by consultation with one of our surgeons.
SOME OF THE PROCEDURES PERFORMED ARE:
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OESOPHAGUS
- Acid Reflux
- Hiatus hernia
- Achalasia cardia
- Diagphragmatic Hernia
- Benign tumors of oesophagus
- Cancer of the oesophagus
- Corrosive injury of oesophagus
STOMACH
- Peptic Ulcers
- Gastric Volvulus
- Gastric outlet obstruction
- Benign tumors
- GIST ( Gastro intestinal stromal tumours)
- Neuro endocrine tumours
- Cancer of the stomach
- Corrosive injury of stomach
DUODENUM
- Perforated ulcers
- Bleeding ulcers
- Strictures
- Tumors
SPLEEN
- Idiopathic Thrombocytopaenia
- Lymphoma & other blood disorders
- Diagnostic Splenectomy
BARIATRIC SURGERY
- Adjustable gastric band placement
- Sleeve gastrectomy
- Gastric bypass
OTHERS
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
- Laparoscopic repair of Inguinal hernia
- Laparoscopic repair of Incisional hernia