A USA patient decided to get his gall bladder removed in India. He chose Indian Health Guru Consultants for laproscopic cholesystectomy (gall bladder removal).

Mark Nelson, Michigan Patient on his laproscopic cholesystectomy surgery in India-

“I am a resident of Michigan, USA decided to get my gall bladder removal surgery (laproscopic cholesystectomy) done in India. I had been suffering from gall bladder stones for the last three years .I had taken medicines for stone removal but they brought only temporary relief. My condition was worsening day by day. I was suffering from acute stomach ache and vomiting constantly. The pain hampered his every day life. My doctor advised me to undergo gall bladder removal surgery as a permanent solution to the problem. I learnt about Indian Health Guru Consultants by searching the web for better options for gall bladder surgery than were available in USA. I found that the wait for the surgery was too long and I could not even endure the thought of prolonging my misery through that long wait. The second factor was cost. Being uninsured I couldn’t afford the high cost of surgery in USA.  After learning about Indian Health Guru Consultants I e- mailed my medical reports to Dr. Dheeraj Bojwani. I am highly pleased with the prompt action that Dr. Dheeraj took in my case. I received very quick replies to my e mails. I got the answers as soon as I sent the mails. Thanks to Dr. Dheeraj, all formalities regarding my visa and travel arrangements and hotel stay were done at a lightening speed. I was in Mumbai just 15 days later and was driven straight to the hospital. Dr. Dheeraj was there to personally look after all the arrangements. The surgery was performed on the very next day and in three days’ time I was out of the hospital. I must especially thank Dr. Dheeraj for arranging the sightseeing trip in Mumbai and to the historical Ajanta caves. I could return back to Michigan and resume work very quickly. My surgery and the holiday in India cost just a fraction of what I would have spent on the surgery in USA” 

Mark Nelson

Michigan 

India has become the uncontested leader in the delivery of healthcare of international standards within the Asian subcontinent. India has become the healthcare destination for the global community. Many USA patients prefer to get their surgery in India rather than wait for their insurance providers to approve their surgery procedures. It is common knowledge that the uninsured population in America cannot afford the high surgery costs of Laproscopic cholesystectomy  surgery. Resultantly, there has been a surge of resident Americans to travel abroad for surgery. This trend is extending to the non-resident Indians as well. Many Indians have settled in other countries like Canada, Australia, UK and UAE for various reasons. Most of these International patients prefer India as their choice for surgery. 

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Trans Vaginal Tape Surgery in India-Go Get it.

 

What is Trans Vaginal Tape Surgery?

  

Surgeries for Vaginal Tape Surgery help control involuntary leakage of urine by supporting the structure of the urethra and bladder.

  

Description of the Procedure Trans Vaginal Tape Surgery:

There are several different types of suspension surgery.

Tension Free Vaginal Tape procedure:

  

Two incisions are made above the pubic bone, and one in the vagina. A nylon mesh-like tape is used to form a hammock under the urethra. This hammock closes off the urethra when a cough or sneeze pushes it open. No sutures are needed to hold the tape in place as the mesh holds onto the surrounding tissue until scar tissue grows into the mesh.

Sling procedure:

  

This procedure is performed through an incision in the vagina. Like the vaginal tape procedure, a hammock or sling is made under the urethra that prevents incontinence by closing off the urethra when pushed down by a sneeze, cough, or other stressor. The sling can be made out of a synthetic material or using the body’s fascia, which is a strong material that surrounds muscle.

Retropubic suspensions:

  

An incision is made in the lower abdomen. The surgeon places sutures (surgical threads) near the bladder neck and urethra. The threads are then secured to the pelvic bone or other structures in the pelvis. This supports the bladder by forming a cradle for it.

Transvaginal suspensions:

  

 The surgeon performs this procedure through the vagina, and through a small incision made in the lower abdomen. Sutures are placed near the bladder neck and urethra from the vagina and abdominal incision. The threads are then tied to the abdominal wall or the pelvic bone. This supports the bladder by placing it back into its normal position.

Laparoscopic bladder suspension:

  

This procedure uses 2-3 small incisions and special instruments to tie the bladder to the pelvic bone. The surgeon uses a telescope to perform the surgery. The surgery usually takes about 1 – 1½ hour.

Advantage of Trans Vaginal Tape Surgery:

 The TVT sling’s main advantage is that a sling is placed, providing new support to failed native tissue, with less morbidity than traditional sling procedures. There is no need to harvest graft material. In other words, create another incisions to take a graft from another part of the body. Therefore… less incisions and needless to say less pain. Additionally, intraoperative assessment is possible via a cough test, as the procedure is performed under local, spinal or epidural anesthesia. The patient is actually asked to cough with a full bladder at the very end of the operation and when leakage occurs the TVT sling is gently adjusted to correct the leakage. 

After Procedure of Trans Vaginal Tape Surgery:

After surgery patient will be monitored in a recovery room until patient is awake. Patient will most likely have a catheter in place to drain urine. At first, urine may look bloody, but this will resolve over time. When patient is able to empty bladder completely, the catheter will be removed. Depending upon the procedure, patient may be up and walking the same day or the day after surgery. Patient will be advised to avoid strenuous activities and lifting for three months, so that sufficient healing can take place.

 Why travel to India for Trans Vaginal Tape Surgery:

 India has one of the best qualified professionals in Health Industry due to the country’s excellent healthcare education and training, in fact Indian Doctors offer 36% of the medical services in the US and UK. Moreover, modern use of technology and world class facilities in Healthcare centers in India has made India a major player in Medical Tourism. Price factor is one of the major reasons for the growth of Medical Tourism in India. As correctly stated above “First World treatment’ at Third World prices”, India can offer some treatments even at one-tenth or one-sixteenth of the cost of treatments in UK or US. Tourism in India has been on high demand recently. India being the Land of Diverse Culture and Scenic Beauty attracts tourists from all over the world. In India, a tourist can visit all sorts of places depending upon his choice like visiting places with high mountains, vast deserts, scenic beaches, historical monuments, and religious temples. So, international patients can have their medical treatment in India along with a great yoga holiday or trip to the world famous places like Taj Mahal.  

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Lithotripsy – Go To India

 

What is Lithotripsy?

Lithotripsy is the use of high-energy shock waves to fragment and disintegrate kidney stones. The shock wave, created by using a high-voltage spark or an electromagnetic impulse outside of the body, is focused on the stone. The shock wave shatters the stone, allowing the fragments to pass through the urinary system. Since the shock wave is generated outside the body, the procedure is termed extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL). The name is derived from the roots of two Greek words, litho, meaning stone, and trip, meaning to break.

Pre-operative care for Lithotripsy:

Prior to the lithotripsy procedure, a complete physical examination is performed, followed by tests to determine the number, location, and size of the stone or stones. A test called an intravenous pyelogram (IVP) is used to locate the stones, which involves injecting a dye into a vein in the arm. This dye, which shows up on X ray, travels through the bloodstream and is excreted by the kidneys. The dye then flows down the ureters and into the bladder. The dye surrounds the stones. In this manner, x rays are used to evaluate the stones and the anatomy of the urinary system. Blood tests are performed to determine if any potential bleeding problems exist. For women of childbearing age, a pregnancy test is done to make sure they are not pregnant. Older persons have an EKG test to make sure that no potential heart problems exist. Some individuals may have a stent placed prior to the lithotripsy procedure. A stent is a plastic tube placed in the ureter that allows the passage of gravel and urine after the ESWL procedure is completed.The process of lithotripsy generally takes about one hour. During that time, up to 8,000 individual shock waves are administered. Depending on a person’s pain tolerance; there may be some discomfort during the treatment. Analgesics may be administered to relieve this pain. 

Procedure of Lithotripsy:

Lithotripsy is a technique used to break up stones that form in the kidney, bladder, ureters, or gallbladder. There are several ways of doing this, although the most common is extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy. The shock waves are focused on the kidney stone and break the stone into tiny pieces, which are passed out of the body naturally during urination. Throughout the procedure, the doctor can view what is happening to the stones through x-ray or ultrasound monitoring. This procedure prevents patient from having to undergo surgery to have the stones removed, which reduces discomfort, complications, hospital stay, costs, and recovery time.Patient will usually be asked not to drink or eat anything for 6 hours prior to the procedure, or after midnight of the previous night, if the procedure is in the morning. If patient take regular medicines, patient should ask doctor if they are safe to take before the procedure. For instance, patient may be asked to stop taking aspirin and other drugs that interfere with blood clotting several days before.On the day of the procedure, patient should wear comfortable clothes that are easy to remove, as patient will have to change into a surgical gown. The procedure generally takes from 45 minutes to 1 hour. In most cases, patient will be asked to lie on a table on top of a soft cushion, through which the shock waves are directed from the lithotripsy machine, called the lithotripter. Older machines require that patient immerse patient in a specially designed tub filled with water, and although less commonly used, these machines are still available today and are effective. Typically, patient will receive some form of anesthesia, and depending on the level of sedation, patient may feel a tapping sensation when the procedure begins. Since lithotripsy can cause mild discomfort, a mild sedative or painkiller is given beforehand. Patient should tell doctor if patient is pregnant, because lithotripsy must not be performed during pregnancy.While most kidney stones are treated with this type of lithotripsy, not all stones can be treated this way. Sometimes a laser is used to pulverize the stone, but when a laser is used, the doctor must use an endoscope, which is a tube introduced into the body, via the urinary tract, to get close to the stone. The doctor may also access the stone from back into kidney, through a procedure called percutaneous lithotripsy. Laser lithotripsy is usually used when the stone does not respond to extracorporeal shock wave treatment or when it is in a place that is difficult to access. It requires a hospital stay and carries a slightly greater risk of complications than extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy. 

How successful is lithotripsy?

In those patients who are thought to be good candidates for this treatment, about 70 to 90 percent are found to be free of stones within three months of treatment. The highest success rates seem to be in those patients with mobile stones that are located in the upper portions of the urinary tract (kidney and upper ureter). After treatment, some patients may still have stone fragments that are too large to be passed. These can be treated again if symptoms persist. 

Lithotripsy in India:

Medical tourism can be generally defined as provision of ‘cost effective’ personal health care in association with the tourism industry for your needing surgical healthcare and other forms of dedicated treatment. This process is being facilitated by the corporate sector concerned in health care as well as the tourism industry – both personal and public. Medical or Health treatment package tourism has become a recurrent form of vacationing, and covers a broad range of medical services. It mingles free time, amusing and recreation together with wellness and healthcare packages. The thought of the health holiday is to offer you and chance to get away from your daily habitual and come into a dissimilar calming neighboring. Here you can take pleasure in being close to the beach and the mountains. At the same time you are able to accept a compass reading that will assist you advance your life in terms of your health and general well being. It is like reconstruction and cleans up process on all levels – physical, psychological and expressive. Many people from the urbanized world come to India for the upgrading promised by yoga and Ayurvedic massage, but few consider it a target for hip substitute or brain surgical procedure. However, a nice blend of top-class medical expertise at attractive prices is helping a rising number of Indian corporate hospitals attract foreign your, including from developed nations such as the UK and the US.  

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Transurethral Resection of the Prostate Surgery – Tourism To India

 

What is Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)?

Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP) is a surgical removal of part of the prostate gland. The prostate gland is part of a man’s reproductive system. It makes and stores seminal fluid, a milky fluid that nourishes sperm and forms part of semen. The prostate is about the size of a walnut. It is located below the bladder and in front of the rectum.

Who is an ideal candidate for Transurethral Resection of Prostate?

If a person have any of the urinary symptoms i.e. if a person is unable to completely empty his bladder or experiences pain, urgency for urination, has blood in the urine, has extremely slow stream of urine due to cancerous or non-cancerous (Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy) enlargement of the prostate gland, has stones in the urinary bladder; then he is an ideal candidate for Transurethral Resection of Prostate.

Preparations Prior to Procedure of Transurethral Resection of Prostate-Doctor will likely do the following:

• Physical exam
• Review of medications and supplements
• Blood tests including complete blood count, renal function, PSA (prostate-specific antigen)
• Urine tests including urine culture
• Ultrasound of kidney, bladder, prostate
• Urodynamics to assess degree of obstruction
• X-rays of kidneys and chest

How a Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)is performed:

A TURP is performed by passing a thin tube up the urethra via penis.  The tube is a telescope, so the surgeon can see inside urethra.  The blockage is removed using an instrument attached to the telescope that can cut away the abnormal areas.  This operation usually means about 2 or 3 nights in hospital.TURP is done under a general anaesthetic, but for some men, it is done with a spinal anaesthetic.  This means patient is awake, but cannot feel anything below the level of the anaesthetic injection into spine.Doctor will suggest a spinal anaesthetic if there are reasons why Patient shouldn’t have a general anaesthetic, for example if patient’s lungs are not as healthy as they might be. Postoperative Care for Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP):There will be a catheter in the bladder to drain urine. The urine may be bloody, but do not be alarmed. This is normal. Water may be flushed through the catheter into bladder to wash out blood and clots.

• Always keep the catheter drainage bag below the level of the bladder.
• Do breathing and coughing exercises regularly.
• Rest in bed until the next morning and perhaps longer. The nurse can assist the first time you get out of bed.
• Clean the area where the catheter enters the urethra several times a day with soap, water, and a washcloth.
• Drink lots of fluids, especially during the day, to help flush the bladder.
• Avoid heavy lifting or exertion for three to four weeks.
• Avoid sexual activity for four to six weeks after surgery.
• Avoid consumption of alcohol, caffeine, and spicy foods that may over-stimulate the bladder.

Outcome of Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP):

Recovery from surgery should take about three weeks. Symptoms such as frequent or painful urination will continue for a while but should lessen during the first six weeks. If there is blood in your urine, lie down, relax, and drink a glass or two of fluid. The next time you urinate the bleeding should have stopped. If it doesn’t, call doctor.

Although sexual activity should be avoided for four to six weeks after surgery, the TURP procedure should not affect your sex drive or ability to have sex. The procedure may damage the muscle valve located at the bladder that directs semen into the urethra and out the penis. If this happens, most of your sperm will flow into your bladder and be expelled when you urinate (this is called retrograde ejaculation). This should not, however, be considered a method of birth control. Some sperm may make it into ejaculation. If you are hoping to conceive children in the future, talk to your doctor about the possibility of developing retrograde ejaculation after the TURP.

Transurethral Resection of the Prostate in India:

 India is fast emerging as the medical tourism destination of choice to the world combining the best of Western and Eastern health care systems.60, 000 cardiac surgeries were performed in 2004 that matched international standards. Multi organ transplants such as renal, liver, heart, bone marrow transplants are successfully performed by some of the best qualified specialists in the world in state of the art squeaky clean hospital facilities; all this at 20-30% of the cost in the European Union and North America. India also remains the preferred destination for a natural approach to health including Indian holistic systems of Ayurveda, Yoga and Siddha aside from Homeopathy. Medical Tourism India is a unique venture facilitating individually customized, high quality, low cost medical care when you desire, without waiting, coupled with the joy of exotic retreats, sports for those so inclined, great food experiences, art culture and music and for those who wish to combine work and play- business opportunities galore.  To know more about Hospitals in India and the Transurethral Resection of the Prostate Surgery packages available in Hospitals, 

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Hysterectomy Surgery -get it in India.

What is a Hysterectomy?

 A hysterectomy is an operation for removing a woman’s uterus (womb). The uterus is where a baby grows, when a woman is pregnant. In some cases, the ovaries and fallopian tubes also are removed. These organs are located in a woman’s lower abdomen (see image below). The cervix is the lower end of the uterus.  The ovaries are organs that produce eggs and hormones. The fallopian tubes carry eggs from the ovaries to the uterus. 

What is a Hysterectomy recommended for?

Hysterectomy may be needed if a patient has one of the following conditions:

Gynecologic cancer:

If a patient has a gynecologic cancer — such as cancer of the uterus or cervix — a hysterectomy may be the best treatment option. Depending on the specific cancer that the patient has and how advanced it is, other options might include radiation or chemotherapy.

Fibroids. Hysterectomy is the only certain, permanent solution for fibroids — benign uterine tumors that cause persistent bleeding, anemia, and pelvic pain or bladder pressure. Non surgical treatments of fibroids are a possibility, depending on discomfort level and tumor size. Many women with fibroids have minimal symptoms and require no treatment.

Endometriosis.  In endometriosis, the tissue lining the inside of patient’s uterus (endometrium) grows outside the uterus on ovaries, fallopian tubes, or other pelvic or abdominal organs. When medication or conservative surgery doesn’t improve endometriosis, the patient might need a hysterectomy. Uterine prolapse.  Descent of the uterus into the patient’s vagina can happen when the supporting ligaments and tissues weaken. Uterine prolapse can lead to urinary incontinence, pelvic pressure or difficulty with bowel movements. Hysterectomy may be necessary to achieve satisfactory repair of these conditions.

Persistent vaginal bleeding.  If periods are heavy and irregular or last many days each cycle, a hysterectomy may bring relief when the bleeding can’t be controlled by any surgical methods. Other conditions — including fibroids, endometriosis and uterine prolapse — have alternative treatments that patient can try first. Types of Hysterectomy Surgery:

·         Complete or total. Removes the cervix as well as the uterus. (This is the most common type of hysterectomy.)

·         Partial or subtotal. Removes the upper part of the uterus and leaves the cervix in place.

·         Radical. Removes the uterus, the cervix, the upper part of the vagina, and supporting tissues. (This is done in some cases of cancer.)

Procedure of Hysterectomy Surgery:

Hysterectomy is a very common operation. The uterus may be completely or partially removed, and the tubes and ovaries may also be removed at the time of hysterectomy. A partial (or supracervical) hysterectomy is removal of just the upper portion of the uterus, leaving the cervix intact. A total hysterectomy is the removal of the entire uterus and the cervix. A radical hysterectomy is the removal of the uterus, the tissue on both sides of the cervix (parametrium), and the upper part of the vagina. A hysterectomy may be done through an abdominal incision (abdominal hysterectomy), a vaginal incision (vaginal hysterectomy), or through laparoscopic incisions (small incisions on the abdomen — laparoscopic hysterectomy).   

Abdominal vs. Vaginal Hysterectomy Surgery:

Hysterectomy can be performed through an incision in abdomen (abdominal hysterectomy) or through vagina (vaginal hysterectomy). The suitability and the selection of the procedure depends on specific situation.

Abdominal Hysterectomy

In abdominal hysterectomy, the surgeon cuts through skin and connective tissue in patient’s lower abdomen to reach the uterus. The surgeon uses one of the two types of abdominal incisions for the hysterectomy. A vertical incision starts in the middle of patient’s abdomen and extends from just below the patient’s navel to just above the patient’s pubic bone. A horizontal bikini-line incision (Pfannenstiel incision) lies about an inch above the patient’s pubic bone.The advantage of an abdominal procedure is that the surgeon can see the patient’s uterus and other organs and has more room to operate than if the procedure is done vaginally. For this reason, the surgeon may opt for the abdominal procedure if the patient has large tumors or if the doctor suspects the presence of cancer.On the other hand, abdominal hysterectomy can mean: Patient will be in the hospital longer. Patient will experience greater discomfort than following a vaginal procedure. Patient will have a visible scar on her abdomen. Vaginal Hysterectomy

In a vaginal hysterectomy, the surgeon reaches uterus by making a circular incision around the cervix. This approach is best for benign conditions that lead to hysterectomy when the uterus isn’t too large. It’s often the best approach for uterine prolapse. With a vaginal hysterectomy, the patient won’t have any external scarring. The patient may also recover more quickly because she doesn’t have to wait for  a large abdominal incision to heal and the nerve signals from the top of the vagina aren’t perceived in the same manner as those from the skin.However, vaginal hysterectomy gives the surgeon less room to operate and no real opportunity to view the patient’s pelvic organs.Laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy allows the doctor to view the patient’s pelvis and to remove uterus vaginally, when it otherwise would require a large abdominal incision. The surgeon makes a small incision near navel to insert a thin device (laparoscope) that allows the surgical team to see inside the patient’s abdomen. Through other tiny incisions, the surgeon uses special surgical instruments to detach the uterus and then remove it through the patient’s vagina.

 Recovery after a Hysterectomy Surgery     

   Recovery after a hysterectomy takes time. Immediately after a hysterectomy, the patient will stay in the hospital for 1 or 2 days for post surgery care. Some women may stay in the hospital up to 4 days depending on their recovery from surgery. About 4 to 6 weeks after the hysterectomy, the doctor will examine the patient in his or her office. The patient should be able to return to all the normal activities, including having sexual intercourse, in about 6 to 8 weeks. At home, the patient may resume normal diet. She may take a bath or shower. Wash the incision with soap and water (the stitches do not have to be removed, as they will dissolve in about 6 weeks). A dressing over the incision is not necessary. If skin clips (staples) were used, they will need to be removed by the patient’s health care provider. The patient may use lotions and cremes on the skin around the incision to relieve itching. She should gradually increase her level of activity as she gains strength in the pelvic region and does not feel the pain.  Complete normal activities can be resumed within 4 to 6 weeks or sooner if the procedure was performed vaginally.The patient can travel out of town 3 weeks after surgery, including air travel. Avoid lifting heavy objects (over 10 pounds) for at least 4 weeks. Do not douche or put anything into the vagina for 4 weeks. The patient may have intercourse 4 weeks after surgery, or as directed by her health care provider. Patients can usually go back to work in 3 to 6 weeks, depending on the procedure. Hysterectomy Surgery In India:

Medical tourism has now become a common form of vacationing as it mixes tourism leisure, fun and relaxation together with wellness and health care. India, with its affordable prices and top-notch medical expertise has become a hot destination for medical tourism. Here you can easily couple your medical procedure with a healing and rest at a serene beach or mountain resort, for less than a fifth of the price anywhere else in the world. The corporate sector and the tourism industry have joined hands together to facilitate this initiative. In India our infrastructure and technology is on par with that in USA, UK and Europe, we also have some of the most qualified and experienced doctors in the world. Add to this instant administration and round-the clock attention. We offer low-cost but world-class medical treatment and couple it with a holiday that you will remember for a lifetime. India’s top-notch private hospitals are a huge draw for medical tourists from around the world.

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Femoral Hernia Surgery – Destination India.

 

 What is Femoral Hernia?

A femoral hernia is a loop of intestine, or another part of the abdominal contents, that has been forced out of the abdomen through a channel called the “femoral canal” – a tube-shaped passage at the top of the front of the thigh. The loop is usually only the size of a grape.A femoral hernia can cause serious medical problems if left untreated, even if there are no troublesome symptoms to begin with. Treatment is by an operation to return the herniated intestine to its proper place and close the weakness in the abdominal wall.

Symptoms of Femoral Hernia Surgery:

A femoral hernia causes a grape-sized lump in the groin, although this is not always easily noticeable.If the hernia can be manually pushed back into the abdomen it is referred to as “reducible”. However, usually this is not possible and the hernia is effectively stuck in the canal. This is an “irreducible” hernia and is a potentially dangerous condition. The blood supply to the herniated tissue can become crushed within the canal, cutting off its source of oxygen and nutrients. This is known as a strangulated hernia and emergency surgery must be performed to release the trapped tissue and restore its blood supply. A strangulated hernia is very painful and tender to the touch.Once a hernia has formed it is important to seek a doctor’s advice. A truss (a type of corset designed to hold in a hernia) should not be used for a femoral hernia as it can encourage the hernia to become strangulated.

The procedure of Femoral Hernia Surgery:

The Femoral Hernia surgery is generally performed through an incision about 10cm long either over the hernia itself or on the lower abdomen. The procedure involves opening up the femoral canal, returning the loop of intestine or intestinal covering back to the abdomen, and then patching up the canal to repair the defect that let the hernia through in the first place. The top of the femoral canal may be reinforced by a mesh made of a synthetic material that does not irritate the body. If the hernia has become strangulated, and part of the intestine damaged, the affected segment of intestine may need to be removed and the two ends of healthy intestine connected. This is more complex surgery and requires a longer stay in hospital.

Post-operative care after Femoral Hernia Surgery:

Aftercare depends on several factors: the patient’s age and general health status; the type of surgery (open or laparoscopic); and the type of anesthesia administered. Immediately after the procedure, the patient will be taken to the recovery area of the surgical center and monitored for signs of excessive bleeding, infection. An uncomplicated femoral hernia repair is usually performed on an outpatient basis, which allows the patient to go home within a few hours of the surgery.Once home, painkillers should be taken as advised by the doctor or nurses. Whether recovering from open or keyhole surgery, it will be necessary to take it easy for the first two or three days. The surgeon will give specific advice about resuming normal activities. In general people will be able to move around freely but should avoid strenuous exercise and lifting for at least the first few weeks. Most people continue to experience some discomfort for a few weeks after the operation, but this will gradually settle.Adults should avoid heavy lifting for several weeks after a hernia repair. The surgeon can give the patient advice about specific weight limits on lifting. Contact sports and vigorous exercise should be avoided for about three weeks after a femoral hernia repair. Many patients will be able to return to most of their daily activities in a few days, with complete recovery taking about a month, in patients without other medical conditions.

Benefits of Femoral Hernia Surgery:

The benefits of the Femoral Hernia Repair procedure as compared to other hernia repair procedures are numerous Patients are fit to resume normal activities soon after surgery. There have been many instances of patients who require little or no pain medication. Although pain is relative, studies show that most patients can return to work as early as within 1 week of surgery. The Femoral Hernia Repair is designed for use in a tension-free surgical technique that requires only one anchoring stitch to hold the mesh in place. This results in minimal pain, and early return to activity.

Femoral Hernia Surgery in India: 

Hernia surgery in India offers some of the best facilities combined with surgeons whose expertise is equal to the best available in any country. While Indian healthcare is renowned worldwide, the growth in medical tourism has seen a large part of this growth come in Minimal invasive surgery like Hernia surgery. The concept has broad appeal, as Indian private facilities offer advanced technology and high-quality procedures on par with hospitals in the major industrialized countries at a fraction of the cost, with some treatments just a tenth of the price of comparable western hospitals! Once in India you can be rest assured about your proper diagnosis and medication. Furthermore, if situation demands, surgery packages are also within your reach. Medical Treatment in India is amid the best in the world, facilitated by the most skilled doctors and up to the minute super sphere hospitals of India.   

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Benefits of Cholecystectomy Surgery In India

 

What is a Cholecystetomy?

Cholecystectomy is the surgical removal of the gallbladder, which is located in the abdomen beneath the right side of the liver. Gallbladder problems are usually the result of gallstones. These stones may block the flow of bile from your gallbladder, causing the organ to swell. Other causes include cholecystitis (inflammation of the gallbladder) and cholangitis (inflammation of the bile duct).

Purpose of getting Cholecystectomy Surgery done:

 A cholecystectomy is performed to treat cholelithiasis and cholecystitis. In cholelithiasis, gallstones of varying shapes and sizes form from the solid components of bile. The presence of these stones, often referred to as gallbladder disease, may produce symptoms of excruciating right upper abdominal pain radiating to the right shoulder.

The gallbladder may become the site of acute infection and inflammation, resulting in symptoms of upper right abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. This condition is referred to as cholecystitis. The surgical removal of the gallbladder can provide relief of these symptoms. Cholecystectomy is used to treat both acute and chronic cholecystitis when there are significant pain symptoms. The typical composition of gallstones is predominately cholesterol, or a compound called calcium bilirubinate.

 Preparation before Cholecystetomy Surgery:

Stop smoking and get your weight down. If you know that you have problems with your blood pressure, your heart, or your lungs, ask your family doctor to check that these are under control. Check the hospital’s advice about taking the pill or hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Check you have a relative or friend who can come with you to hospital, take you home, and look after you for the first week after the operation. Bring all your tablets and medicines with you to hospital. On the ward, you may be checked for past illnesses and may have special tests, ready for the operation. Many hospitals now run special preadmission clinics, where you visit for an hour or two, a few weeks or so before the operation for these checks. 

Procedure of Cholecystectomy Surgery:

Open cholecystectomy:This is the “traditional” surgical technique for removing the gallbladder and is performed under a general anaesthetic. A single incision is made below the rib cage.  Through the incision the surgeon can view the area and remove the gallbladder. The cystic duct is tied off or closed with surgical clips.  The common bile duct is left intact.  The incision in the skin is closed with dissolvable stitches or staples. If staples are used, they will be removed 7-10 days after the operation.  A hospital stay of up to five days is common after open cholecystectomy.Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy :

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is less invasive than an open cholecystectomy and is the most commonly used surgical technique for removing the gallbladder. It has a faster recovery time and a shorter hospital stay.In a laparoscopic cholecystectomy four small incisions are made in the abdomen.  A telescope-like instrument (a laparoscope) is inserted through one incision and surgical instruments are inserted through the other incisions. The laparoscope has a camera and a light on its tip allowing the surgeon to view the inside of the abdominal cavity on a television monitor.  The abdominal cavity is then inflated with carbon dioxide gas to provide a clear field of vision and to give the surgeon room to operate.  The gallbladder is located and the cystic duct is tied off or closed with surgical clips.  The gallbladder is then removed through an incision in the belly button (umbilicus).  The incisions in the abdomen are closed with paper tapes (steri-strips) and are covered with small waterproof dressings. The operation is performed under general anaesthetic and the patient can usually be discharged after a one-night stay in hospital. Cholecystectomy may be delayed if there is acute inflammation of the gallbladder.  Antibiotics may also be given if cholecystitis is present. When the gallbladder is removed, bile is still produced by the liver and excreted through the bile duct.  Instead of being stored by the gallbladder until needed, it flows directly into the duodenum and is excreted from the body.  

 After the Surgery of Cholecystectomy – In Hospital

If you have had the keyhole operation, your wounds are injected with a pain-killing drug during the operation. They are usually only a little uncomfortable. Ask for tablets or even injections if the wounds are troubling you. You may notice some discomfort in your shoulder tips for a day or two. The special gas used to help the surgeon see clearly in your tummy during the operation causes this. It settles down. If you have had the open operation, the wound is painful and you will be given injections and later tablets to control this. Ask for more if the pain is still unpleasant. A general anaesthetic will make you slow, clumsy and forgetful for about 24 hours. Do not make important decisions during that time. If you have had the keyhole operation you will have 4 little wounds; if you have had the open operation you will have just one wound. The wounds will have a dressing, which may show some staining with old blood in the first 24 hours. In the keyhole operation the wound dressings will be changed before you go home if they are stained. Keep the dressings on for a week until you are seen at a follow up visit. In the open operation there may be stitches or clips in the skin. Any plastic drain tube is removed when it stops draining – usually after 48 hours. If there is a thick tube, this means you have needed an additional procedure to get rid of misplaced stones. This drain is taken out after 10 days. You can wash the wound area as soon as the dressing has been removed. Soap and tap water are entirely adequate. Salted water is not necessary. After the keyhole operation most patients can go home the day after the operation. Some can even go home the same day. You can stay longer if you are not feeling fit enough to go home so soon. For the open operation, if you have only had a gallbladder removal, plan to go home in 5 days after the operation. If you have had more done, 10 days is a sensible time for planning. Please ask the nurses about sick notes, certificates etc.

Why should one go for Cholecystectomy Surgery to India?

Traveling India for Cholecystectomy surgery can give you access to top quality health care quickly and cheaply. Our mission is to make your journey absolutely successful – in terms of treatment, in terms of outcomes and in terms of experience. India has one of the world’s most extensive health care systems supported by a long tradition of health and medicine dating back to Ayurveda. Indian doctors routinely post-graduate train at American and European university hospitals and they are the backbone of both the National Health Service in the United Kingdom and hospitals in the United States. Last year alone 150,000 patients visited India for medical treatment. The came from countries around the world: USA, Canada, UK, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, the Middle East, Sri Lanka, Mauritius, the Central Asian Republics. Surgery in India is safe, expert and supported by high quality equipment and well trained nursing and ancillary staff. The hospitals in India are staffed with specialists who also act as consultants in the West. Many are world-recognized experts. These are very highly experienced surgeons in India.

 

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