Laparoscopic Surgery
Gastrointestinal Bleeding treatment in Chennai
Bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract (GI) indicates a digestive tract problem .In any of the digestive organs, GI bleeding may happen.
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Key facts about Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Condition
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Speciality
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- Approach
- Keyhole where suitable
- Treated by
- Dr. Kumaragurubaran
- Hospital
- Billroth, Shenoy Nagar
- Consultations
- Mon–Sat, no referral
What is Gastrointestinal Bleeding?
Bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract (GI) indicates a digestive tract problem.In any of the digestive organs, GI bleeding may happen. Upper gastrointestinal bleeding is defined as bleeding that happens in the duodenum, stomach, or esophagus. Lower GI bleeding is defined as bleeding in the lower small, large, rectum, or anus.
Symptoms of Gastrointestinal Bleeding
The signs patients most often describe. Anything lasting more than a few weeks is worth having examined.
- If bleeding originates in the upper GI tract or stomach
- Faces or stools may turn black and sticky
- Resembling tar or there may be frank blood in the motion, or they may vomit out fresh blood or vomit with black particles (coffee brown vomiting)If patients have hidden bleeding
- Patients may have dizziness
- Trouble breathing.
- Losing consciousness.
- Ache in the chest.
- Stomach ache, bleeding may indicate a potentially fatal illness.
- Emergency medical attention is necessary.
What causes Gastrointestinal Bleeding?
- Ulceration in the stomach
- Esophageal vein enlargements
- Tears in the esophageal veins(Varices)
- Tears in the esophageal walls
- Duodenitis with gastritis
- Consumption of foreign bodies
- Tumors of the upper gastrointestinal tract
- Causes for Lower Gi Bleeding are
- Diverticular disease
- Inflammatory bowel diseases
- Constipation
- Anal fissures
How Gastrointestinal Bleeding is diagnosed
No operation is planned on a guess — the diagnosis is established first.
- Diagnosis includes History collection
- Physical examination
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy
How Gastrointestinal Bleeding is treated
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Treatment depends upon the cause of GI bleeding.
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Usually medical treatment with PPI
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Hemostatic agents
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Blood transfusion are tried
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Failure to respond to medical treatment may require Endoscopic intervention
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Angioembolization or surgical intervention
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Dr. Kumaragurubaran can be considered as one of the Best Doctor in treating patients with GI Bleeding
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.
Gastrointestinal Bleeding: frequently asked questions
What is Gastrointestinal Bleeding?
Bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract (GI) indicates a digestive tract problem .In any of the digestive organs, GI bleeding may happen.
What are the symptoms of Gastrointestinal Bleeding?
If bleeding originates in the upper GI tract or stomach. Faces or stools may turn black and sticky. Resembling tar or there may be frank blood in the motion, or they may vomit out fresh blood or vomit with black particles (coffee brown vomiting)If patients have hidden bleeding. Patients may have dizziness.
What causes Gastrointestinal Bleeding?
Ulceration in the stomach. Esophageal vein enlargements. Tears in the esophageal veins(Varices).
How is Gastrointestinal Bleeding diagnosed?
Diagnosis includes History collection. Physical examination. Flexible sigmoidoscopy.
How is Gastrointestinal Bleeding treated?
Treatment depends upon the cause of GI bleeding. Usually medical treatment with PPI. Hemostatic agents.
Who treats Gastrointestinal Bleeding in Chennai?
Dr. Kumaragurubaran, Senior Consultant Gastroenterologist, Laparoscopic, GI & Robotic Surgeon at Billroth Hospitals, Shenoy Nagar, Chennai, treats Gastrointestinal Bleeding. He has 28 years of experience and has performed more than 20,000 laparoscopic surgeries.
How do I book a consultation for Gastrointestinal Bleeding?
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 Gastrointestinal Bleeding 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.