Overview Department of Surgery came into being in June 2003 and rapidly gained momentum. At present, it has 4 full-fledged surgical units. All kinds of general surgical works, laparoscopic works, colo-rectal surgery, thoracic surgery and surgical oncology procedures are undertaken.
Department of Surgery is also supported by super specialty departments like Neurosurgery, Urology, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Plastic Surgery and Oncology. The Accident and Emergency Department and the surgical department take care of all the surgical emergencies round the clock.
With primary focus on the contents of the abdomen and the digestive system, a general surgeon treats a wide range of diseases, injuries, and deformities on almost any areas of the body. The General Surgery department handles conditions such as hernias, appendicitis, gallbladder problems, and certain abdominal or soft-tissue disorders. They will figure out which treatment approach or whether an operation is needed.
You may be referred for persistent abdominal pain, a suspected hernia, an unusual lump, non-healing wounds or a condition that might need an operation. A general surgeon at AIMS Hospital can examine the problem and explain your treatment options.
Commonly known as key-hole or minimally invasive surgery, a Laparoscopic surgery is conducted through small incisions using specialized instruments and a camera. It offers significant advantage that traditional open surgery as it replaces a large cut with few tiny incisions. This will minimize physical trauma, postoperative discomfort, scares and the path to recovery will be faster.
No, not every hernia requires immediate surgery. Some stable and small hernias can be safely monitored through a process called watchful waiting. This depends on their size, symptoms and risk associated. A surgical operation is permanent solution but that is not required on all cases.
Appendicitis often begins with pain around the middle of the abdomen that later moves towards the lower right side. Nausea, fever, and loss of appetite may also occur. Because symptoms vary, a medical examination is important.
You can ask the surgeon about the necessity of the procedure, the risks involved, the surgical approach being used and how long recovery may take. The treatment process will be easier if you can understand what to expect.
It completely depends on the operation and the speediness of your recovery. Some procedure let you have a relatively quick return to regular activities, but some surgeries demand more time. All the instructions about rest and wound care will be provided by your general surgeon at AIMS Hospital and it is vital that you follow it.
