Colorectal surgeons, also called Proctologists or Colon and Rectal surgeons, are physicians who specialize in the surgical and non-surgical treatment of conditions that affect the intestinal tract (i.e., the lower digestive tract). They have comprehensive knowledge in general surgery and are experts in the diagnosis and treatment of the disorders of the colon, rectum and anus. They work closely with other physicians like internists, general practitioners, radiologists, anesthesiologists, pathologists and gastroenterologists.
Colorectal Surgeons in Bangalore has unique expertise and unparalleled experience in minimally invasive surgery for complex colorectal diseases. Each of them have performed thousands of laparoscopic colon and rectal operations, and some of the best proctologists in Bangalore has been invited to perform surgeries abroad. Most of the procedures in the Colon and Rectal Section in Bangalore are now performed using high-tech, minimally invasive technologies.
Colon and Rectum Surgery Doctors in Bangalore seek to give the best, to be the best. They implement standardized protocols and modified operations to make them less painful and without complications. They also offer preventative care through screening and diagnostic that can help prevent colorectal and anal cancers.
When to see a Colon and Rectal Surgeon in Bangalore?
We have listed the top 10 reasons to see a proctologist in Bangalore.
A change in your bowel habits, or change in the size of your bowel movement.
You are anemic and you have been told that the source of the anemia (a low red blood cell count), may be in your colon, rectum or anus.
You have turned 50 years old and need a screening colonoscopy.
You have had polyps in the past and need a follow up colonoscopy
You have a family history of colorectal cancer or colon polyps and you need an evaluation for a genetic disorder.
You require a surgery for diverticulitis (a colon inflammation), colorectal cancer or inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis).
You have irritable bowel syndrome and wish to know the options to manage it.
An external anal lump, most likely a hemorrhoid, is seen or felt.
A discharge from the anus, possibly an STD (sexually transmitted disease) is present.
Colorectal Surgeons in Bangalore are experts in the treatment of:
Tumors/ cancers of the colon and rectum
Anal abscess, anal fistula, and anal fissure
Pelvic floor dysfunction
Rectal prolapse (rectocele, proctocele)
Advantages of getting treated by a Colorectal Surgeon in Bangalore:
quick recovery, improves cure rate, lessens pain
lessens the rate of cancer recurrence
risk of a lifelong colostomy is reduced by 90%
significantly increases the safety and effectiveness of colonoscopy
fecal continence has a 20% greater chance of preservation