Gastroenterology

Overview
Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine whereby the digestive system and its disorders are treated

Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders are set to affect more and more people in the coming years. Increasing obese population and consumption of irregular diets are some of the key reasons for the rise in the number of people suffering from these disorders. Bloating, acidity, constipation are only some of the gastrointestinal diseases.

Diseases affecting the gastrointestinal tract, which includes the organs from mouth to anus, along the alimentary canal and - diseases of the liver, gall bladder, pancreas & spleen are the focus of this specialty.

Gastroenterology symptoms include
Abdominal Pain
Abdominal distension
Vomitings
Constipation
Diarrhoea
Haematemesis
Heartburn
Indigestion
Jaundice
Rectal Bleeding
Waterbrash
Weight Loss
Unexplained / frequent occurrences of Anemia
Hiccups
Organomegaly (abnormal organ enlargement)
Generally, early consultation with a gastroenterologist proves to be life saving.

The Dept. of Gastroenterology at Sunshine Hospitals comprises of highly experienced and well qualified gastroenterologists.  Our consultants hold wide ranging experience gained at leading institutes in India and overseas can offer treatment to almost any disorder. Our spectrum of procedures available helps in treating almost any gastrointestinal disorder. Every gastroenteric complaint is attended by a comprehensive examination of the gastrointestinal tract which can reveal the true picture. With recent advancements in Endoscopy – comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of gastroenteric diseases is easier.

Procedures done :
Upper GI Endoscopy                                     
Proctoscopy                                                  
Sigmoidoscopy                                             
Colonoscopy                                                    
EN Biopsy                                                        
Esophageal Dilatation                                   
Endoscopic Ulcer bleed management :
EN adrenaline Injection                                 
EN AB Gel Foam                                            
EN haemoclip                                                 
EN Naso Jejunal Tube Placement                                   
Endoscopic Foreign Body Removal        
Endotherapy of Achalasia
EN PEG Tube Placement                          
EN PEG Tube – removal                           
EN Polypectomy                                     
EN Pyloric Balloon Dilatation                   
Esophageal Variceal Ligation (EVL)          
EN Hemorrhoidal Banding                             
Facilities:
State-of-the-art endoscopy suite
Laparascopic surgery equipment
GI surgery suite
Treatment Services:
Gall bladder stone removal
Removal of early cancerous tumors etc.
Appendectomy
Hernia repair
Hemicolectomy
Spleen removal
Clearing up of intra abdominal adhesions
Colonoscopy (lower GI Endoscopy)
Endoscopic polypectomy
Flexible sigmoidoscopy
Endoscopic CBD Stone extraction
Papillotomy
Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy
Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy