Performed by Dr. Ravi Chandra Reddy Obili at Dr Ravi Chandra Reddy
Minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery treats disorders of the digestive tract through small incisions, using a camera and specialised instruments. This approach often results in less pain, shorter hospital stays, and quicker return to daily activities compared to traditional open surgery. Dr Ravi Chandra Reddy offers these techniques for a range of conditions affecting the stomach, intestines, and related organs.
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A step-by-step look at what happens during this procedure.
You receive general anaesthesia so you are asleep and feel no pain during the procedure.
Several small cuts, typically less than one centimetre each, are made in the abdomen.
A thin tube with a camera (laparoscope) is inserted through one incision, sending images to a monitor.
Specialised instruments are passed through the other incisions to perform the necessary repair, removal, or reconstruction.
Once complete, instruments are removed, incisions are closed with sutures or glue, and you are moved to recovery.
A structured, patient-first approach from first consultation to full recovery.
Dr Ravi Chandra Reddy reviews your history, examines you, and studies imaging and test results to determine if minimally invasive surgery is appropriate.
A surgical plan is tailored to your specific condition, considering anatomy, disease extent, and any previous surgeries.
Using advanced laparoscopic or endoscopic techniques, the procedure is performed with attention to minimising tissue trauma.
After surgery, you are monitored closely, pain is managed, and instructions are provided for diet, activity, and wound care before discharge.
What to expect at each stage of your recovery journey.
You will spend time in recovery as anaesthesia wears off, with monitoring of vital signs and pain control. Most patients begin sipping liquids and walking within hours.
Pain and fatigue are common in the first week. Follow dietary guidance, care for incisions, and gradually increase activity as tolerated. Avoid heavy lifting.
Most people resume light work and daily tasks within two to four weeks, though full healing continues. Individual recovery varies, and your clinical team will guide your specific timeline.
The procedure aims to address the underlying condition—such as removing diseased tissue, repairing defects, or relieving blockages—which may reduce pain, bleeding, or other symptoms.
Minimally invasive techniques often allow for more precise work, which may help preserve surrounding healthy tissue and organ function where possible.
Smaller incisions typically result in less visible scarring compared to open surgery, though some scarring is still present.
Not all conditions or anatomical situations are suitable for minimally invasive approaches. In some cases, conversion to open surgery may be necessary during the procedure for safety.
The right choice depends on your diagnosis, risks and circumstances — discussed with you at your consultation.
Traditional surgery with a larger incision may be necessary for complex cases, extensive disease, or when anatomy limits laparoscopic access. It provides direct visualisation and may be safer in certain situations.
Some conditions can be treated through natural openings without external incisions, using flexible scopes passed through the mouth or rectum. Suitability depends on the location and nature of the problem.
Medications, dietary changes, and lifestyle modifications may control symptoms or slow disease progression in some cases, delaying or avoiding the need for surgery. The choice depends on diagnosis, severity, and response to treatment.
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