Gastrology is the branch of medical science that deals with studying the study of the structure, function, and disease of the stomach. Gastroenterology is a branch of medical science focusing on the digestive tract. It is the study of stomach and stomach-related illnesses. The gastroenterologist is specialized in treating stomach issues.

What is Surgical Gastroenterology?

Surgical Gastroenterology is part of the management of the diseases related to the human gastrointestinal tract that involves the organs such as the esophagus, pancreas, liver, stomach, gall bladder and biliary tract, rectum, small & large intestine, and anus. Some gastrointestinal conditions can be treated with surgery- Appendicitis, Colon cancer, and other gastrointestinal cancers, Diverticular disease, Gallbladder disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Hiatal Hernias, Hernia, Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), Rectal prolapsed and Weight loss.

Here, surgery is conducted to remove a cancerous or noncancerous growth or damaged part of the digestive tract such as the intestine. It is also used for repairing a problem like a hernia that is a hole or weak spot in the abdomen wall. Simple surgical procedures involve screening and diagnosis of the issues of the digestive tract.

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