Dept. of Surgical Gastroenterology
Precision Procedures for Digestive Wellness
At St. Thomas Hospital, Chethipuzha, our Surgical Gastroenterology Department is dedicated to providing cutting-edge surgical care for a wide range of gastrointestinal and liver conditions. Our team of highly skilled surgeons and specialists is committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care using the latest advancements in surgical techniques and technology.
Our Approach
We focus on both open and minimally invasive surgical options to ensure the most effective and least disruptive treatments for our patients. Our department is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including laparoscopic and key-hole surgical tools, to offer precision and enhance recovery times. We believe in a holistic approach to surgical care, addressing not only the physical aspects of treatment but also the emotional and psychological needs of our patients.
Why Choose Us?
Expert Surgical Team: Our department is staffed with experienced surgeons who specialize in a broad range of gastrointestinal and liver surgeries. We are dedicated to providing the highest standard of care tailored to your specific needs.
Advanced Technology: We utilize the latest surgical technology, including advanced imaging and minimally invasive techniques, to achieve optimal outcomes with reduced recovery times.
Comprehensive Care: From initial consultations to post-operative follow-up, our team offers a complete spectrum of care, ensuring a seamless and supportive experience throughout your treatment journey.
Specialized Clinics: We offer dedicated clinics for managing complex conditions such as fatty liver, gallstones, acid disorders, and more, ensuring personalized and targeted care.
Services Offered
Our Medical & Surgical Gastroenterology Departments provides a broad range of specialized services, including:
1. Specialized Clinics:
Fatty Liver Clinic: Comprehensive evaluation and management for fatty liver disease.
Liver Clinic: Liver Clinic for Cirrhotics: Comprehensive care for patients with liver cirrhosis, focusing on management and treatment of liver-related complications.
Gallstones Clinic: Expert care for the diagnosis and treatment of gallstones.
Acid Disorders Clinic: Management of conditions related to excessive acid production and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Constipation Clinic: Specialized care for chronic constipation and related disorders.
Rectal Bleeding Clinic: Evaluation and treatment of causes of rectal bleeding.
Abdominal Pain Clinic: Diagnosis and management of persistent abdominal pain.
2. Comprehensive Gastrointestinal and Liver Care:
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography): Diagnostic and therapeutic procedure for bile duct and pancreatic issues.
Endoscopy-Colonoscopy Services: Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures for gastrointestinal conditions.
Variceal Band Ligation/Glue Injection: Treatment of esophageal varices to prevent bleeding in liver disease patients.
Biliary/Luminal Stenting: Placement of stents to relieve obstructions in bile ducts or gastrointestinal tract.
Liver Biopsy: Procedure to obtain liver tissue for diagnostic purposes.
Bile Duct Stone Extraction: Removal of stones from the bile ducts.
PEG Insertion (Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy): Placement of a feeding tube for long-term nutritional support.
Esophageal Dilatation: Procedure to widen narrowed areas of the esophagus.
APC (Argon Plasma Coagulation): Treatment for gastrointestinal bleeding and other conditions using argon plasma.
3. Surgical Interventions:
Open/Laparoscopic Surgeries: Advanced surgical options for esophageal, stomach, intestinal, colo-rectal, liver, gallbladder, and pancreatic diseases and cancers.
Key-Hole Surgeries: Minimally invasive surgeries for conditions such as gallstones, hiatus hernia, internal hernia, appendicular disorders and tumors, colo-rectal diseases, and pancreatic/liver masses.
Adult and Pediatric Liver Surgeries: Specialized surgical care for liver conditions in both adults and children.
5. Gastro-Intestinal & Liver Related Interventional Procedures:
Ablations for HCC (RFA/MWA): Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) and microwave ablation (MWA) for treating hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC).
Angio-Embolizations: Procedure to block blood flow to tumors or other abnormal tissues.
TIPPS (Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt): Procedure to reduce portal hypertension by creating a shunt in the liver.
BRTO (Balloon-Occulded Retrograde Transvenous Obliteration): Technique for treating variceal bleeding by occluding veins with a balloon and injecting sclerosing agents.
Aneurysm Coiling: Procedure to treat aneurysms by inserting coils to prevent rupture.
Percutaneous Drainage: Removal of fluid collections or abscesses through a needle inserted into the skin.
Percutaneous Biliary/Gallbladder Drainage (PTBD, PCS): Techniques for draining bile or gallbladder fluid through percutaneous methods.
Biopsy: Sampling of tissue from tumors or liver for diagnostic purposes.
6. Upcoming Services:
Liver Transplant Services and Liver Regeneration Therapies: We are preparing to offer liver transplantation and innovative liver regeneration therapies soon.
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Frequently Asked- Questions
Some pancreatic cancers in the head of the pancreas may have grown into nearby blood vessels. Your surgeon might know this from the scans you had or they may find out during your operation. A resection involves the surgeon removing part of the affected blood vessel and joining it back together.