About Cystogastrostomy
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive procedure with no external incisions.Performed endoscopically, leading to less pain and scarring.Effective internal drainage of pancreatic pseudocysts.Shorter hospital stay compared to traditional surgery.Lower risk of infection and faster overall recovery time.Can prevent serious complications like cyst rupture or infection./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Symptomatic pancreatic pseudocysts causing abdominal pain, nausea, or early fullness.
- Pseudocysts larger than 6 cm in diameter that persist for more than 6 weeks.
- Pseudocysts causing gastric outlet or biliary obstruction.
- Infected pseudocysts (often in conjunction with other procedures).
- Pseudocysts at risk of complications like rupture or hemorrhage.
- Failure of conservative management for pseudocyst resolution.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive medical evaluation and review of imaging (CT/MRI scans).
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the procedure to ensure an empty stomach.
- Adjustment or temporary cessation of blood-thinning medications as advised.
- Informed consent process discussing the procedure, benefits, and risks.
- Intravenous (IV) line placement for sedation and fluids.
- Pre-procedure antibiotics may be administered to prevent infection.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding from the stoma site.
- Infection of the pseudocyst or surrounding area.
- Perforation of the stomach or cyst wall.
- Recurrence of the pseudocyst if drainage is incomplete.
- Adverse reaction to sedation or anesthesia.
- Rarely, injury to surrounding organs.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial monitoring in a recovery area for a few hours post-procedure.
- Hospital stay typically required for observation (1-3 days).
- Clear liquids diet initially, advancing to soft foods as tolerated.
- Pain is usually mild and managed with oral medications.
- Avoidance of strenuous activity and heavy lifting for 1-2 weeks.
- Follow-up imaging (like an ultrasound or CT scan) to confirm cyst resolution.
- Gradual return to normal diet and activities as advised by the gastroenterologist.
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Typical hospital stay: 1-3 days
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Expected recovery time: 1-2 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering cystogastrostomy in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for cystogastrostomy in India include Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, KMC Hospital Mangalore, Manipal Hospital Baner, Manipal Hospital Dwarka, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform cystogastrostomy. MediFyr helps you compare gastroenterologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for cystogastrostomy compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Cystogastrostomy in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated gastroenterology teams and experience managing patients undergoing cystogastrostomy.
Saanvi Shah, a 42-year-old software engineer...
Saanvi Shah, a 42-year-old software engineer and mother of two, had been struggling with recurrent episodes of severe upper abdominal pain radiating to her back for over a year. The pain was often triggered by meals and accompanied by nausea. She had a history of gallstones, and a recent CT scan revealed a large, persistent pancreatic pseudocyst measuring 8 cm, a complication from a past episode of acute pancreatitis. Her gastroenterologist, Dr. Mehta, explained that the fluid-filled cyst was pressing on her stomach and causing her symptoms. He recommended an endoscopic cystogastrostomy, a minimally invasive procedure to create a connection between the cyst and her stomach, allowing it to drain internally. Saanvi was terrified of surgery but relieved to hear it was an endoscopic option. The procedure itself was done under sedation. She remembers little, just waking up with a sore throat from the endoscope. The recovery in the hospital was monitored for two days. Within a week, her debilitating pain had vanished. Emotionally, she transitioned from a state of constant anxiety and frustration, feeling like a burden to her family, to immense relief and gratitude. She regained her energy, could enjoy meals with her children again, and felt she had her life back.
Gastroenterologists for Cystogastrostomy
Explore experienced gastroenterologists who regularly perform cystogastrostomy and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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