Gastrointestinal Surgery

 
 
 
 
Gastrointestinal (GI) surgery are surgeries that involve parts of the body involved in digestion. The parts associated are the esophagus, stomach, large intestine, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and rectum areas. The surgical procedures for these areas can vary significantly but include Gastroesophageal Reflux disease (GERD), Hernias, Perianal issues, Piles and more

Surgery can help incise and remove a growth (Cancerous or Non Cancerous), repair a hernia (common in elderly people) or treat a painful issue like piles. A listing on the services ASG provide in this area are:

  • Appendicitis
  • Gastrointestinal cancers
  • Diverticular disease
  • Piles
  • Perianal
  • Hernias
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux disease

We specialise in using laparoscopic surgery techniques, also known as key hole surgery, to execute these procedures.
 

Who is ideal for these procedures.


Those with gastrointestinal problems which can be solved by a surgical solution, such as:
  • - Haemorrhoids
  • - Gall stones
  • - GERD
  • - Diverticulitis
  • - Appendicitis
  • - And more….
 

FAQ


- FAQ 1: Why would I need to consider this surgery?
  • You need surgery if you have a gastrointestinal condition that is medically necessary.
    • Examples are:
    Gallstones, GERD (Reflux disease), intestinal obstruction, bowel perforation. Cancers of the Gastrointestinal tract, appendicitis

- FAQ 2: Is this procedure supported by insurance?
  • This is subject to indidivual insurance policy and terms. Insurance can decrease the overall cost of the surgery and the exact percentage depends on the individual's insurace policy

- FAQ 3: What is the process in ASG for this procedure?
  • Book a consultation with ASG clinic
  • Diagnose the Gastrointestinal issue and recommend a surgical solution
  • This may require a pre-operative test to confirm the diagnosis
  • After which, a date for surgery is decided