Laparoscopic Surgery
Bowel Perforation-Intestinal Perforation treatment in Chennai
Bowel perforation is a hole through the wall of the small or large intestine that lets intestinal contents leak into the abdominal cavity. It is a surgical emergency.
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Key facts about Bowel Perforation-Intestinal Perforation
- Condition
- Bowel Perforation-Intestinal Perforation
- Speciality
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- Approach
- Keyhole where suitable
- Treated by
- Dr. Kumaragurubaran
- Hospital
- Billroth, Shenoy Nagar
- Consultations
- Mon–Sat, no referral
What is Bowel Perforation-Intestinal Perforation?
A bowel perforation is a hole that occurs in the gastrointestinal tract and it can arise in the stomach or the small intestine or the colon and the intestinal contents and the intestinal juices leak out from the perforation into the peritoneal cavity leading to peritonitis and severe pain and threat to the life of the patients. Intestinal perforation is an emergency and patients has to be operated immediately.
What causes Bowel Perforation-Intestinal Perforation?
- Includes 1)perforation of duodenal or gastric ulcers 2)perforation of tumours 3) diverticular perforations.
How Bowel Perforation-Intestinal Perforation is treated
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Usually surgical management
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The perforation is closed either with Laparoscopic or open method and in patients suspected to have tumour or cancer
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Resection of the involved perforated segment may be required
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Sometimes Exteriorisation of the bowel, like Colostomy or Ileostomy may be required.
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Dr. Kumaragurubaran is one of the Best Doctor in treating and operating on patients with Bowel Perforation.
Keyhole versus open surgery
Typical differences for a planned procedure in a generally healthy adult. Your own risks are discussed with you before consent.
| Measure | Open surgery | Keyhole |
|---|---|---|
| Incision | One cut, 10–15 cm | Three or four cuts, 5–10 mm |
| Hospital stay | 3–5 nights | Same day to 1 night |
| Back to desk work | 4–6 weeks | About 1 week |
| Wound infection risk | Higher | Substantially lower |
| Scarring | One long scar | Marks that fade |
| Still right when | Dense adhesions, bleeding, unclear anatomy | The large majority of planned cases |
Why patients choose this practice
Diagnosis before decision
No operation is scheduled on a guess. Many patients who arrive expecting surgery leave with a treatment plan instead.
Costs in writing, first
A written estimate covering surgeon, theatre, anaesthesia, implants and expected stay before you are asked to consent.
Keyhole most of the time
Ninety-five per cent of procedures are completed through keyhole access; the rest are open because open was the safer call.
Second opinions
If surgery has been advised elsewhere, bring the scans and the plan. Reviewing another surgeon’s recommendation is routine.
About the surgeon
Treated by
Dr. Kumaragurubaran
Senior Surgical Gastroenterologist, Advanced Laparoscopic, GI & Robotic Surgeon
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MRCS (England), FIAGES (Gastro), FALS (Colorectal, Bariatric, Hernia, Robotic), Dip. ALS (Advanced Laparoscopy)
Gastroenterologist, GI & Laparoscopic Surgeon at Billroth Hospitals in Shenoy Nagar, Chennai. Treats Hernia, Reflux, Obesity, Colorectal, Gastrointestinal and Anorectal conditions, and provides medical treatment for GERD, Gastritis, Peptic ulcer, Jaundice, Pancreatitis, Colitis and IBD.
Bowel Perforation-Intestinal Perforation: frequently asked questions
What is Bowel Perforation-Intestinal Perforation?
Bowel perforation is a hole through the wall of the small or large intestine that lets intestinal contents leak into the abdominal cavity. It is a surgical emergency.
What causes Bowel Perforation-Intestinal Perforation?
Includes 1)perforation of duodenal or gastric ulcers 2)perforation of tumours 3) diverticular perforations.
How is Bowel Perforation-Intestinal Perforation treated?
Usually surgical management. The perforation is closed either with Laparoscopic or open method and in patients suspected to have tumour or cancer. Resection of the involved perforated segment may be required.
Who treats Bowel Perforation-Intestinal Perforation in Chennai?
Dr. Kumaragurubaran, Senior Consultant Gastroenterologist, Laparoscopic, GI & Robotic Surgeon at Billroth Hospitals, Shenoy Nagar, Chennai, treats Bowel Perforation-Intestinal Perforation. He has 28 years of experience and has performed more than 20,000 laparoscopic surgeries.
How do I book a consultation for Bowel Perforation-Intestinal Perforation?
You can call +91 93603 91740, message on WhatsApp, or send the appointment form on this site. No referral is needed and most patients are seen within the same week. Consultations run Monday to Saturday at Billroth Hospitals, Shenoy Nagar.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Kumaragurubaran, MS (General Surgery), DNB (Surgical Gastroenterology), Senior Consultant at Billroth Hospitals, Shenoy Nagar. This page is patient education and does not replace a consultation in which you have been examined.
Next step
Discuss Bowel Perforation-Intestinal Perforation with Dr. Kumaragurubaran
Bring any scans or reports you already have. You will be told plainly what is wrong, what the options are, and what happens if nothing is done.