Laparoscopic Surgery
Small Bowel Disorders -Small Intestine Disorders Intra-Abdominal Adhesions treatment in Chennai
An adhesion is a ring of scar tissue that connects two unconnected internal body surfaces.
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- BillrothShenoy Nagar
Key facts about Small Bowel Disorders -Small Intestine Disorders Intra-Abdominal Adhesions
- Condition
- Small Bowel Disorders -Small Intestine Disorders Intra-Abdominal Adhesions
- Speciality
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- Approach
- Keyhole where suitable
- Treated by
- Dr. Kumaragurubaran
- Hospital
- Billroth, Shenoy Nagar
- Consultations
- Mon–Sat, no referral
What is Small Bowel Disorders -Small Intestine Disorders Intra-Abdominal Adhesions?
An adhesion is a ring of scar tissue that connects two unconnected internal body surfaces.
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 |
An adhesion is a ring of scar tissue that connects two unconnected internal body surfaces. Internal organs or tissues cling or attach (stick) to other internal surfaces.Many times after surgery intestines stick to abdominal wall or to each other and can cause recurrent pain.Most of the time adhesions are managed conservatively but in patients with recurrent pain LAPAROSCOPIC RELEASE OF ADHESIONS is done ? LAPAROSCOPIC ADHESIOLYSIS
DR.KUMARAGURUBARAN is one of the Best Doctor in treating intestinal adhesions and he usually performs LAPAROSCOPIC LYSIS OF ADHESIONS-ADHESIOLYSIS.
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 Disorders -Small Intestine Disorders Intra-Abdominal Adhesions: frequently asked questions
What is Small Bowel Disorders -Small Intestine Disorders Intra-Abdominal Adhesions?
An adhesion is a ring of scar tissue that connects two unconnected internal body surfaces.
Who treats Small Bowel Disorders -Small Intestine Disorders Intra-Abdominal Adhesions in Chennai?
Dr. Kumaragurubaran, Senior Consultant Gastroenterologist, Laparoscopic, GI & Robotic Surgeon at Billroth Hospitals, Shenoy Nagar, Chennai, treats Small Bowel Disorders -Small Intestine Disorders Intra-Abdominal Adhesions. He has 28 years of experience and has performed more than 20,000 laparoscopic surgeries.
How do I book a consultation for Small Bowel Disorders -Small Intestine Disorders Intra-Abdominal Adhesions?
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 Disorders -Small Intestine Disorders Intra-Abdominal Adhesions 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.