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'''Digestive system surgery''' refers to a range of surgical procedures performed on the [[digestive system]], which includes the [[esophagus]], [[stomach]], [[small intestine]], [[large intestine]], [[rectum]], [[liver]], [[gallbladder]], and [[pancreas]]. These surgeries are often necessary to treat conditions such as [[gastroesophageal reflux disease]] (GERD), [[gallstones]], [[appendicitis]], [[hernia]], and various forms of [[cancer]]. | |||
== | ==Types of Digestive System Surgery== | ||
===Esophageal Surgery=== | |||
[[Esophageal surgery]] is performed to treat conditions such as [[achalasia]], [[esophageal cancer]], and severe [[GERD]]. Procedures include [[esophagectomy]], [[fundoplication]], and [[esophageal dilation]]. | |||
=== | ===Stomach Surgery=== | ||
[[Stomach surgery]] may be necessary for conditions like [[stomach cancer]], [[peptic ulcers]], and [[obesity]]. Common procedures include [[gastrectomy]], [[gastric bypass surgery]], and [[gastric banding]]. | |||
===Intestinal Surgery=== | |||
[[Intestinal surgery]] is used to address issues such as [[Crohn's disease]], [[ulcerative colitis]], and [[bowel obstruction]]. Procedures include [[colectomy]], [[ileostomy]], and [[anastomosis]]. | |||
===Liver and Gallbladder Surgery=== | |||
[[Liver surgery]] and [[gallbladder surgery]] are performed for conditions like [[liver cancer]], [[cirrhosis]], and [[cholecystitis]]. Procedures include [[hepatectomy]] and [[cholecystectomy]]. | |||
[[ | ===Pancreatic Surgery=== | ||
[[Pancreatic surgery]] is often required for [[pancreatic cancer]], [[pancreatitis]], and [[cysts]]. Common procedures include [[pancreatectomy]] and [[Whipple procedure]]. | |||
== | ==Indications for Surgery== | ||
Surgical intervention in the digestive system is indicated when non-surgical treatments have failed or when immediate intervention is necessary to prevent complications. Indications include: | |||
* [[Obstruction]] | |||
* [[Perforation]] | |||
* [[Bleeding]] | |||
* [[Cancer]] | |||
* [[Infection]] | |||
==Risks and Complications== | |||
As with any surgical procedure, digestive system surgeries carry risks such as [[infection]], [[bleeding]], and [[anesthesia complications]]. Long-term complications may include [[adhesions]], [[strictures]], and [[malabsorption]]. | |||
==Recovery and Postoperative Care== | |||
Recovery from digestive system surgery varies depending on the type and extent of the procedure. Postoperative care typically involves: | |||
Recovery from digestive system surgery varies depending on the | * [[Pain management]] | ||
* [[Nutritional support]] | |||
[[ | * [[Wound care]] | ||
* [[Physical therapy]] | |||
==See Also== | |||
* [[Gastroenterology]] | |||
* [[General surgery]] | * [[General surgery]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Minimally invasive surgery]] | ||
== References == | ==References== | ||
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==External Links== | |||
* [https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/digestive-system-surgery Mayo Clinic: Digestive System Surgery] | |||
* [https://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/digestive-surgery WebMD: Digestive Surgery] | |||
[[Category:Surgery]] | [[Category:Surgery]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Gastroenterology]] | ||
[[Category:Digestive system]] | |||
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Digestive system surgery refers to a range of surgical procedures performed on the digestive system, which includes the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. These surgeries are often necessary to treat conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gallstones, appendicitis, hernia, and various forms of cancer.
Types of Digestive System Surgery[edit]
Esophageal Surgery[edit]
Esophageal surgery is performed to treat conditions such as achalasia, esophageal cancer, and severe GERD. Procedures include esophagectomy, fundoplication, and esophageal dilation.
Stomach Surgery[edit]
Stomach surgery may be necessary for conditions like stomach cancer, peptic ulcers, and obesity. Common procedures include gastrectomy, gastric bypass surgery, and gastric banding.
Intestinal Surgery[edit]
Intestinal surgery is used to address issues such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and bowel obstruction. Procedures include colectomy, ileostomy, and anastomosis.
Liver and Gallbladder Surgery[edit]
Liver surgery and gallbladder surgery are performed for conditions like liver cancer, cirrhosis, and cholecystitis. Procedures include hepatectomy and cholecystectomy.
Pancreatic Surgery[edit]
Pancreatic surgery is often required for pancreatic cancer, pancreatitis, and cysts. Common procedures include pancreatectomy and Whipple procedure.
Indications for Surgery[edit]
Surgical intervention in the digestive system is indicated when non-surgical treatments have failed or when immediate intervention is necessary to prevent complications. Indications include:
Risks and Complications[edit]
As with any surgical procedure, digestive system surgeries carry risks such as infection, bleeding, and anesthesia complications. Long-term complications may include adhesions, strictures, and malabsorption.
Recovery and Postoperative Care[edit]
Recovery from digestive system surgery varies depending on the type and extent of the procedure. Postoperative care typically involves:
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
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