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Medical Gastroenterology & Hepatology

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Our Department of Gastroenterology at Sri Ramakrishna Hospital work with some of

the Best Gastroenterologists In Coimbatore who have immense experience dealing with

the diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the digestive tract and liver.

The diseases of this part of the body are extensive and complex and we have an excellent

team of Gastroenterologists and Hepatologists working together to treat patients

around the clock. We make use of the very latest technology and techniques to offer

minimally invasive, laparoscopic surgical treatment to a number of patients. From gall

bladder removal to hernia surgery, keyhole surgery has enabled thousands of our patients

to recover quickly and continue living happy healthy lives.

Medical Conditions

There is a sheath of muscle and fascia which runs the length of the torso from the ribs

to the groin. This is called the abdominal wall and it holds in the intestines

and the abdominal contents. Sometimes there are weak spots in this abdominal

wall for a multitude of reasons.

When this happens the abdominal contents which push outwards from the body,

break through it and push through to the surface.

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This causes a bulge beneath the skin which is very often visible. The word hernia

basically means ‘something coming through’ and thus aptly describes the

condition. There are a number of types of hernia but the most common are inguinal

(inner groin), femoral (outer groin), incisional (which results from an

incision), hiatal (the upper stomach) and umbilical (at the belly button).

As for the cause, the essential cause is pressure. Anything which causes excess

pressure within the abdominal cavity combined with weakness of muscle in the

abdominal sheath can result in a hernia.

This can include heavy lifting of objects, constipation, consistent coughing, sneezing,

bad nutrition, obesity and so on. There are a number of surgical interventions for

hernias.

Treatments & Procedures

The traditional method of surgical treatment for hernia is called ‘Open Hernia

Repair’ and it may be done using local anaesthetic or general. The surgeon pushes

the tissue which is protruding back into position. Then the weakened area of the

abdominal wall is closed using sutures and the area is reinforced using a synthetic

mesh. The opening is then closed using staples or even using surgical glue.

Here at Sri Ramakrishna Hospital we are also adept at using the laparoscopic or

minimally invasive procedure (also called keyhole surgery). This is done under

general anaesthesia. Multiple little incisions are made. Gas is used to inflate the

cavity and then a laparoscope is passed into it. The surgeon views the region and then

uses other instruments (inserted through other incisions) to repair the

weakened section using mesh. This procedure has considerably less scarring and

quicker recovery times with less pain for patients.

Speciality Doctors

Frequently Asked Questions

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for Hernia ? Are there different types of Jaundice ? What is the treatment for appendicitis

? Do you need to be inpatients for endoscopic ?

Sri Ramakrishna Hospital

Treated 10,00,000+ Patients

Counting on state of the art infrastructure and medical equipment

We are here to serve you for all your healthcare needs

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Address

No: 395, Sarojini Naidu Road, Sidhapudur, Coimbatore.

Email

info@sriramakrishnahospital.com

Phone

+91 422 4500 000

Opening Hours

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24*7

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