Surgical methods in gastroenterology
Appendectomy: Surgical removal of the appendix, typically performed to treat appendicitis, an inflammation of the appendix that can lead to serious complications if left untreated.
Cholecystectomy: Surgical removal of the gallbladder, usually due to gallstones or inflammation of the gallbladder (cholecystitis), to alleviate symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.
Hernia Repair: Surgical procedure to repair a hernia, a protrusion of an organ or tissue through an abnormal opening in the abdominal wall, using techniques like open surgery or laparoscopic surgery.
Gastrectomy: Surgical removal of all or part of the stomach, commonly performed to treat stomach cancer, severe peptic ulcers, or other conditions affecting the stomach.
Colectomy: Surgical removal of all or part of the colon (large intestine), often performed to treat conditions such as colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis), or severe diverticulitis.
Liver Resection: Surgical removal of a portion of the liver, typically to treat liver tumors (benign or malignant) or to alleviate symptoms of liver disease in cases of cirrhosis or liver failure.
Esophageal Surgery: Various surgical procedures performed to treat conditions affecting the esophagus, such as esophageal cancer, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), achalasia, or esophageal strictures.
Bariatric Surgery: Surgical procedures designed to promote weight loss in individuals with severe obesity, including gastric bypass surgery, sleeve gastrectomy, and adjustable gastric banding.
Pancreatectomy: Surgical removal of all or part of the pancreas, commonly performed to treat pancreatic cancer, chronic pancreatitis, or other pancreatic disorders.
Liver Transplantation: Surgical procedure to replace a diseased or failed liver with a healthy liver from a deceased or living donor, typically reserved for patients with end-stage liver disease or liver cancer.