Liver and pancreatic cancer surgery at Mar Sleeva Medicity Palai in Kottayam, Kerala includes the Whipple procedure for cancers of the head of the pancreas, liver resection and the wider range of hepatopancreatobiliary cancer operations, performed by open approach and, in selected cases, laparoscopic approach. These are among the most demanding operations in gastrointestinal surgery and are carried out by experienced hepatopancreatobiliary surgeons following evidence-based protocols.
Laparoscopic hepatopancreatobiliary cancer surgery and laparoscopic liver surgery are used in selected cases. Patients are assessed through the HPB Clinic, where endoscopic, radiological and surgical assessment come together before the surgical plan is decided, and major resections are supported by dedicated perioperative critical care.
The Department of Gastro Sciences provides comprehensive care for gastrointestinal, liver and pancreatic conditions, with advanced endoscopy, colonoscopy and hepatology services
Complex operation for cancers of the head of the pancreas, distal bile duct and ampulla of Vater, removing the head of the pancreas, the duodenum, part of the bile duct, the gallbladder and sometimes part of the stomach, then reconnecting the remaining organs to restore digestive function.
Surgical removal of the cancer bearing portion of the liver.
Liver surgery performed laparoscopically where the position and nature of the lesion allow.
HPB cancer surgery through small incisions in selected cases, reducing surgical trauma and shortening recovery.
Surgical treatment of pancreatic tumours, planned according to the site and stage of disease.
Dedicated critical care support for patients undergoing major liver and pancreatic resection.
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The department manages the full spectrum of gastrointestinal, hepatic, pancreatic and biliary conditions. This includes acid reflux disease, peptic ulcers, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), irritable bowel syndrome, liver diseases, pancreatitis, gastrointestinal bleeding, gastrointestinal cancers and all conditions requiring diagnostic or therapeutic endoscopy.
Capsule endoscopy involves swallowing a small, vitamin sized capsule containing a tiny camera. As it passes through the digestive tract, it captures thousands of images of the small bowel, an area that is difficult to reach with conventional endoscopy. It is used to evaluate conditions such as obscure gastrointestinal bleeding, Crohn’s disease and small bowel tumours.
Most endoscopic procedures are performed under conscious sedation or short general anaesthesia, so patients typically experience minimal discomfort. The gastroenterology team at Mar Sleeva Medicity Palai ensures patient comfort and safety with ICU level monitoring during and after the procedure.
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