Surgical Gastroenterology

Surgical Gastroenterology

Surgical gastroenterology is a medical specialty focused on diagnosing and treating diseases of the digestive system through surgical methods.

Hepaticojejunostomy is a surgical procedure where a connection is created between the bile ducts (tubes that carry bile from the liver to the gallbladder and intestines) and the jejunum (the middle part of the small intestine).

Liver resection is a surgical procedure where a portion of the liver is removed. The liver is a vital organ that helps with digestion, detoxification, and storing nutrients. Sometimes, due to diseases like cancer, tumors, or severe damage, a part of the liver needs to be removed to prevent further health issues.
A hemicolectomy is a type of surgery where part of the colon (large intestine) is removed. Depending on which part of the colon is affected, the surgery can be a right hemicolectomy, left hemicolectomy, or total colectomy (removal of the entire colon).

Bowel restoration surgery refers to a type of surgery that fixes problems in the intestines (also called the bowel). The bowel is a long tube in your digestive system that helps process food and remove waste from your body.

The pancreas is an important organ in your body that helps with digestion and controls blood sugar levels. Sometimes, due to diseases or conditions like cancer, inflammation, or blockages, the pancreas may need surgery.

Abdominoperineal Resection (APR) is a surgical procedure used to treat low-lying rectal cancer (carcinoma). It involves removing the rectum, anus, and part of the colon through two incisions: one in the abdomen and one in the perineum (the area between the anus and genitals).

A hemorrhoidectomy is a surgical procedure to remove hemorrhoids, which are swollen veins in the lower rectum or anus.

A fistulectomy is a surgical procedure used to treat a fistula, which is an abnormal connection or tunnel that forms between two organs or between an organ and the skin. Fistulas can occur in different parts of the body, but they are most common in the anal area (anal fistula).
fissurectomy is a minor surgical procedure used to treat an anal fissure. An anal fissure is a small tear or cut in the lining of the anus, which can cause pain, bleeding, and discomfort, especially during bowel movements.

Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy (LAS) is a minor surgical procedure used to treat chronic anal fissures. An anal fissure is a small tear in the lining of the anus, which can cause significant pain, especially during bowel movements.

A pilonidal sinus is a small hole or tunnel that forms in the skin, usually at the top of the buttocks near the tailbone. It can get infected and filled with pus, causing pain and discomfort.

Rectal prolapse is a condition where the rectum (the last part of the large intestine) slips out of its normal position and protrudes through the anus.

Gastrectomy is a surgical procedure where part or all of the stomach is removed. The stomach is an essential organ in the digestive system, helping to break down food before it moves to the intestines.

Resection of benign tumors in the gastrointestinal (G.I.) tract refers to the surgical removal of non-cancerous growths in the digestive system.

Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RYGB) is a type of weight-loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery. It helps people lose weight by changing how the stomach and small intestine handle the food you eat.