Vijetha

MEDICAL GASTROENTEROLOGY

Team of Medical Gastroenterology Specialists

Dr. L.R.S GIRINADH M.D , D.M

Dr. R. SRINIVAS M.D , D.M

Dr. P. SIVA KUMAR

Medical Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology deals with disorders of the digestive system including the esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder. Gastroenterologists diagnose, treat, and manage conditions ranging from reflux and ulcers to complex liver and biliary diseases.

Technology & Equipment: Endoscopy systems, ERCP devices, colonoscopes, imaging modalities, and biopsy tools.

Procedure: Endoscopy, ERCP, colonoscopy, liver disease management, and gastrointestinal surgeries.

Facilities: Endoscopy suites, diagnostic labs, outpatient gastro clinics, and procedure units.

Symptoms of bone diseases: Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, digestive issues, jaundice, and blood in stool.

ERCP

Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is used to diagnose and treat bile duct and pancreatic disorders. It combines endoscopy and X-ray to address stones, strictures, and tumors in the biliary and pancreatic ducts.

Technology & Equipment: ERCP endoscopes, fluoroscopy imaging, biliary stents, and therapeutic tools.

Procedure: Stone removal, bile duct stenting, sphincterotomy, and diagnostic imaging of bile and pancreatic ducts.

Facilities: ERCP procedure rooms, recovery units, and specialized endoscopy labs.

Symptoms of bone diseases: Jaundice, upper abdominal pain, nausea, and digestive obstruction.

Endoscopy

Endoscopy allows direct visualization of the digestive tract to diagnose and treat gastrointestinal disorders. It helps in identifying ulcers, tumors, inflammation, and bleeding, enabling minimally invasive interventions.

Technology & Equipment: Flexible endoscopes, high-definition cameras, biopsy forceps, and therapeutic instruments.

Procedure: Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, biopsy, polyp removal, and treatment of GI bleeding.

Facilities: Endoscopy suites, outpatient procedure rooms, and recovery areas.

Symptoms of bone diseases: Abdominal discomfort, heartburn, bleeding, nausea, and vomiting.

Colonology

Colonology focuses on the large intestine and rectum, diagnosing and treating disorders such as polyps, colorectal cancer, and inflammatory bowel disease. Colonologists perform screening and therapeutic procedures to maintain colon health.

Technology & Equipment: Colonoscope, imaging systems, polyp removal tools, and biopsy instruments.

Procedure: Colonoscopy, polyp removal, biopsy, and treatment of colorectal diseases.

Facilities: Colonology procedure suites, outpatient recovery rooms, and diagnostic labs.

Symptoms of bone diseases: Constipation, rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and unexplained weight loss.

Frequently Asked Questions

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