GI Cancer Surgery
Small Bowel Cancer (Small Intestine Cancer) treatment in Chennai
Small intestine is also called the small bowel.It is the part which connects the stomach to the colon (large intestine),where the food travels.
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Key facts about Small Bowel Cancer (Small Intestine Cancer)
- Condition
- Small Bowel Cancer (Small Intestine Cancer)
- Speciality
- GI Cancer Surgery
- Approach
- Keyhole where suitable
- Treated by
- Dr. Kumaragurubaran
- Hospital
- Billroth, Shenoy Nagar
- Consultations
- Mon–Sat, no referral
What is Small Bowel Cancer (Small Intestine Cancer)?
Small intestine is also called the small bowel.It is the part which connects the stomach to the colon (large intestine),where the food travels.
Abnormal growth of cells in the small intestine leads to the formation of mass or tumor,cancer.
To remove the cancerous growth or mass or tumor, surgery is done.Procedures like small bowel resection and small bowel anastomosis are carried out.
Small Bowel Anastomosis
The surgical joining of distinct intestines to create a continuous channel is known as an anastomosis of the small bowel.
The surgeon will use stitches or staples to join the intestine’s two ends during an anastomosis.
DR.KUMARAGURUBARAN is one of the Best Doctor in performing Small Bowel resections and Anastomosis procedures.
How Small Bowel Cancer (Small Intestine Cancer) is treated
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Small bowel resection is also known as small intestine resection.
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It is a Surgery to remove a portion of the small intestine.
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It is carried out when an unwell or obstructed portion of the small intestine.
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.
Small Bowel Cancer (Small Intestine Cancer): frequently asked questions
What is Small Bowel Cancer (Small Intestine Cancer)?
Small intestine is also called the small bowel.It is the part which connects the stomach to the colon (large intestine),where the food travels.
How is Small Bowel Cancer (Small Intestine Cancer) treated?
Small bowel resection is also known as small intestine resection. It is a Surgery to remove a portion of the small intestine. It is carried out when an unwell or obstructed portion of the small intestine.
Who treats Small Bowel Cancer (Small Intestine Cancer) in Chennai?
Dr. Kumaragurubaran, Senior Consultant Gastroenterologist, Laparoscopic, GI & Robotic Surgeon at Billroth Hospitals, Shenoy Nagar, Chennai, treats Small Bowel Cancer (Small Intestine Cancer). He has 28 years of experience and has performed more than 20,000 laparoscopic surgeries.
How do I book a consultation for Small Bowel Cancer (Small Intestine Cancer)?
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 Small Bowel Cancer (Small Intestine Cancer) 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.