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General Surgery serves as a foundational specialty, connecting various surgical subspecialties. The Department of General Surgery and Minimal Access Surgery provides comprehensive solutions for conditions affecting multiple organ systems, particularly in the abdominal region.
General Surgery serves as a foundational specialty, connecting various surgical subspecialties. The Department of General Surgery and Minimal Access Surgery provides comprehensive solutions for conditions affecting multiple organ systems, particularly in the abdominal region.
Utilizing the latest Minimally Invasive Techniques, the focus is on reducing postoperative complications and enhancing surgical outcomes. Surgeons adopt a multidisciplinary approach, collaborating with Radiologists, Pathologists, and other medical experts to ensure the thorough management of complex health issues. This integrated approach ensures optimal patient care and treatment results.
Stork Multispeciality Hospital, Kompally has some of the most highly qualified and skilled general surgeons with acute clinical understanding. They have delivered excellent outcomes over the past years. Our team of surgeons is committed to providing exceptional medical treatment across a wide range of specialities and sub-specialities, ensuring that all our patient’s medical needs and emergencies are well taken care of with the utmost expertise.
Doctors often order routine and specialized diagnostic tests to diagnose or rule out various medical conditions. These tests are also used to assess a patient’s overall health and identify any potential issues that could complicate surgeries. Diagnostic evaluations may include both laboratory and imaging tests, such as the following:
An abdominal abscess is a collection of infected fluid or pus surrounded by inflamed tissue inside the abdomen. It may be caused by bacteria. If left untreated, the bacteria will multiply, causing inflammation and killing healthy tissue.
Gallstones are hard, pebble-like deposits (lumps) that form inside the gallbladder. They are usually made of bilirubin or cholesterol and may range in size from a grain of sand to a golf ball. The gallbladder may make several tiny stones, one big gallstone, or both small and big stones.
An anal fistula is a tiny tunnel that develops between the end of the large intestine (bowel) and the skin near the anus (opening of the bottom). It is usually caused by an infection near the opening of the bottom, which may result in a collection of abscesses (pus) in the nearby tissue.
An anal fissure is an ulcer (open sore) or tear that occurs in the lining of the large intestine near the anus. The common symptoms of anal fissures include bleeding between poo (a small amount of bright red blood in their poo), a sharp pain when a person goes to poo, followed by a deep burning pain that may last several hours.
Inflammation of the Vermiform Appendix is called appendicitis. The appendix is a tiny organ attached to the large intestine. Appendicitis occurs when the appendix is blocked and gets infected by various microbes, including bacteria, viruses, or parasites in the digestive tract, or due to blockage of the tube that joins the large intestine and appendix or strapping by stool or tumors.
Lipomas are non-cancerous, harmless, fatty lumps. Lipomas may appear anywhere where the person has fat cells, commonly growing on the chest, neck, shoulders, arms, and thighs. Sometimes lipomas develop inside the body, and some people may not be aware. Most lipomas do not require to be removed unless they are painful or if patients’ appearance bothers them.
Hepatic or liver cysts are abnormal sacs filled with fluid in the liver. Most liver cysts are benign (non-cancerous) and asymptomatic and will be diagnosed incidentally. Most cysts do not need treatment; however, if liver cysts are too big and painful, they may need to be drained or surgically removed.
Neurogenic bowel dysfunction (NBD) is fecal incontinence (a person cannot hold stool or feces) or constipation resulting from injury or central nervous system (CNS) disease. NBD usually results from loss of normal motor or sensory control and may encompass the upper and lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
Acute abdomen in pregnancy (AAP) is one of the most challenging situations to diagnose and manage. The term acute abdomen refers to any acute severe intra-abdominal condition accompanied by tenderness, pain, and muscle rigidity, for which emergency surgery may be considered.
Polyps, including epithelial tumors, are the most common benign (non-cancerous) lesions in the stomach, accounting for 75% of all benign stomach tumors. These benign stomach growths do not spread to other body parts.
Pancreatitis is characterized by inflammation (swelling) of the pancreas and occurs when digestive enzymes begin digesting the pancreas itself. This condition can be acute or chronic and may cause symptoms including fever, nausea, vomiting, and severe belly pain.
Facial trauma is soft tissue or bone damage to the face, which may occur due to falls, motor vehicle accidents, thermal burns, sports injuries, assaults (including gunshots), falls, chemical exposures, or animal bites. Depending on the type of damage or injury, facial trauma may cause severe bleeding and swelling, a bruised face, and a distorted appearance of the facial features.
Following any surgical procedure, patients are closely monitored and evaluated to track their recovery progress and quickly identify any potential complications, ensuring timely and appropriate care. The recovery period varies based on factors such as the patient’s age, overall health, the nature of the medical condition, and the type of surgery performed.
Minimally invasive surgeries generally result in smaller incisions, which contribute to improved pain management and quicker recovery times. In cases where patients need additional support, especially after traumatic injuries, post-operative rehabilitation and physical therapy may be offered to help them regain their daily activities.
We offer a wide range of common and complex surgical procedures to treat various medical conditions related to the abdomen, digestive tract, endocrine system, skin, and other organs. The General Surgery Department at Stork Multispeciality Hospitals is equipped with advanced and latest surgical equipment and a highly skilled and experienced team of general surgery doctors to deliver patient-centric and evidence-based surgical care to patients.
1. Appendectomy: Appendectomy is a procedure that is performed to remove the appendix, commonly in the case of appendicitis (inflamed appendix). It can be accomplished through open surgery or laparoscopically. This procedure helps in reducing pain and prevents further complications like rupture of the appendix.
2. Cholecystectomy: Cholecystectomy procedure is the surgical removal of the gallbladder that can be accomplished through open surgery or minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques. This surgery is commonly indicated in the case of gallbladder lumps and gallstones causing severe pain and infections. This procedure helps in relieving the symptoms like severe abdominal pain, nausea, and digestive issues.
3. Herniorrhaphy (Hernia Repair): Medications cannot fix hernias. Hence, most hernias require surgery. Herniorrhaphy is the surgical procedure to fix a hernia. A general surgeon may recommend surgery if the patient has a growing larger hernia that is causing discomfort, disturbing daily activities, and posing a risk of bowel obstruction.
4. Skin Lesion Removal: Skin lesion removal is a surgical procedure to remove skin growths that are different from the surrounding skin. It is performed when the skin lesion is too large, uncomfortable, or bothersome. A general surgeon removes skin lesions if the person has skin lesions that could be cancerous or precancerous.
5. Breast Biopsy: A biopsy is a small piece of tissue removed to find abnormal cells in the sample. For a breast biopsy, breast tissue is obtained with a special biopsy needle or during surgery. Breast biopsies may be done to check a mass or lump that can be palpable (feel) in the breast, a fluid-filled mass (cyst), or breast tissue to find whether the breast lump or mass is malignant or not cancerous.
6. Breast Lumpectomy: Lumpectomy, also known as breast-conserving surgery (BCS), may be used as a common type of surgery, which is part of a treatment plan for breast cancer. A lumpectomy is the surgical removal of a breast lump along with the surrounding tissues while leaving as much normal breast as possible. This procedure is generally considered for early-stage breast cancer to minimize the impact on breast appearance and sensation. This surgery is sometimes also called a quandrantectomy, partial mastectomy, or segmental mastectomy, based on how much portion is removed.
7. Mastectomy: Mastectomy is surgically removing a part or complete breast. Mastectomy is classified into partial, simple, modified-radical, and radical. During a mastectomy, usually, the surgeon removes all the breast tissue and also some underarm lymph nodes in case the cancer has spread beyond the breast. There are different types of mastectomy. Doctors and patients must work together to decide which surgery is best based on the patient’s situation.
8. Breast Reconstruction: Breast reconstruction is the surgical procedure that is performed to recreate breasts. This surgery aims to restore one or both breasts to near-normal appearance, size, shape, and symmetry.
Breast reconstruction generally falls into two categories:
9. Colectomy: A colectomy, also called a large bowel resection, is a type of surgery used to treat colon conditions, including cancer, diverticulitis, or inflammatory disease, by removing a part of the colon. This surgery is also performed if colon cancer is in its earlier stages. Removal of the colon may be done in the following ways:
10. Haemorrhoidectomy: Haemorrhoidectomy is a surgery to remove severe piles (hemorrhoids). Removing the piles will relieve the uncomfortable symptoms. It is typically a day procedure and is usually carried out under a general anesthesia. The procedure is generally safe and common. However, recovery after this surgery may take a few weeks and can be painful. This surgery can be performed when non-surgical treatments don’t work.
11. Colonoscopy: Colonoscopy is a diagnostic (test) as well as a therapeutic procedure performed to examine the large intestine, including the colon, rectum, anus, and the distal portion of the small intestine. It is performed using a flexible tube-like device called a colonoscope, which has a camera placed at the tip of the scope and acts as a channel for the insertion of equipment. This diagnostic procedure detects ailments such as polyps, tumors, and inflammation. During the process, the surgeon may remove the polyp or take biopsies.
12. Colorectal Resection: Colon resection is a surgical procedure performed to remove either a portion or an entire colon based on the underlying cause of the disease that necessitates the removal. Colon and rectal surgeries are usually performed to treat some conditions, including inflammatory bowel disease or diverticulitis and colon and rectal cancers, and may also be necessary following a bowel blockage, injury or wound, or serious infection.
13. Debridement of Wound, Burn or Infection: Debridement (removal of nonviable (necrotic or dead) tissue) and wound dressings are utilized to reduce the infection risk and provide comfort in minor, wounds, burns or infections. It is a procedure for treating a wound in the skin. It involves cleaning the wound thoroughly and removing all thickened skin or callus (hyperkeratotic skin), infected and nonviable (necrotic or dead) tissue, foreign debris, and residual material from dressings.
14. Thyroidectomy: Thyroidectomy is the surgical removal of a partial or complete thyroid gland. This surgery is used to treat conditions including thyroid cancer, thyroid nodules, and other thyroid conditions. Once the thyroid is removed, the patient is recommended to take a replacement thyroid hormone to keep the body functioning balanced.
15. Parathyroidectomy: Surgical removal of the parathyroid glands is called Parathyroidectomy. Problems affecting the parathyroid glands may cause an imbalance of calcium and require the removal of one or more glands. Parathyroid gland problems such as hyperparathyroidism, parathyroid nodules, and parathyroid tumours can be treated using this surgical procedure.
16. Gastric Bypass Surgery: Gastric bypass surgery is a kind of bariatric or weight loss surgery. It aids people with obesity in losing weight and improving their health. It reduces the size of the stomach and modifies how the small intestine and stomach absorb food, making it easier to lose weight. In this surgery, the surgeon makes the patient’s stomach smaller and connects it directly to the small intestine, bypassing part of the patient’s digestive tract.
17. Abscess Incision and Drainage: Incision and drainage (I and D) are widely used procedures in various areas, including emergency departments and outpatient clinics. They are a primary treatment for skin and soft tissue abscesses. A cut is made on the skin over the abscess to drain out the pus, and the skin opening is left open to allow the cavity to heal upwards from the inside out.
18. Parotidectomy: The parotid gland is the largest major salivary gland. Parotidectomy is the complete or partial removal of the parotid gland, and it may be performed for various reasons, including inflammatory conditions, specific infectious processes, congenital malformations, and benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous) neoplasms.
19. Distal Pancreatectomy: Pancreatectomy is a surgical procedure to remove a part or complete pancreas. It is generally done to treat cancer and, sometimes, severe chronic pancreatitis. In distal pancreatectomy, the distal part (body or tail) of the pancreas will be removed. The spleen may also be removed. This procedure treats conditions including tumors (benign or malignant) found in the body or tail of the pancreas.
20. Esophagectomy: Esophagectomy is the surgery to remove the esophagus (food pipe), the tube that moves food from the throat to the stomach. After the esophagus is removed, a new esophagus is rebuilt from part of the patient’s stomach or part of the large intestine by pulling up and joining it with the remaining esophagus. It is indicated to treat esophageal cancer.
21. Gastrectomy: A gastrectomy is a surgical procedure involving removing part or complete stomach. A gastrectomy is often indicated to treat stomach cancer. Less commonly, it is used to treat esophageal cancer, stomach ulcers (peptic ulcers), life-threatening obesity, and non-cancerous tumors. It is usually an effective treatment for obesity and cancer.
22. Heller Myotomy: A heller myotomy or esophageal myotomy is a surgical procedure to open the tight lower esophageal sphincter that fails to relax (e.g., achalasia, a disorder of the esophagus that makes it tough for foods and liquids to pass into the stomach). The procedure involves a vertical incision of the distal esophageal musculature to break the sphincter tone.
23: Hepatic Artery Embolization: Embolization is a procedure used to treat liver tumors by blocking their blood supply. It injects substances directly into an artery in the liver to stop or reduce the blood flow to a tumor. It is an option for some patients with tumors that cannot be removed by surgery and for tumors that are too large and who also have adequate liver function.
24. Ostomy surgery: An ostomy is a surgical procedure to create an opening (stroma) in the abdomen, changing the way that waste exists in a person’s body. In this procedure, a surgeon brings the part of the bowel (intestine) through the abdominal wall so that intestinal contents leave the body through the abdominal wall instead of passing through the anus.
There are many different types of ostomy, they may include as follows: