Learn about Electrosurgery Treatment in India — how it works, who it is for, recovery timelines, and what to expect before and after surgery. Compare hospitals and doctors experienced in Electrosurgery and request assistance for cost estimates or appointments.

About Electrosurgery

Electrosurgery is a versatile and precise surgical technique used by general surgeons to cut, coagulate, desiccate, or fulgurate tissue using high-frequency electrical current. It is a cornerstone of modern surgery, offering significant advantages over traditional scalpel-based techniques. During the procedure, an electrosurgical unit generates a controlled electrical current that passes through a specialized handpiece (active electrode) to the target tissue. The current then returns to the unit via a grounding pad (dispersive electrode) placed on the patient's skin. This allows for simultaneous cutting and sealing of blood vessels, which dramatically reduces intraoperative bleeding, improves visualization of the surgical field, and can shorten operation times. It is commonly employed in a wide array of general surgical procedures, from minor excisions to major abdominal operations.

Key Highlights

    Minimized Blood Loss: The primary benefit is excellent hemostasis (control of bleeding) as vessels are sealed during cutting.Enhanced Precision: Allows for very accurate dissection and tissue removal with minimal damage to surrounding areas.Reduced Operative Time: Faster than traditional methods due to less time spent on controlling bleeding.listrongVersatility:/strong Can be used for a vast range of procedures, from skin lesion removal to complex internal organ surgery./lilistrongPotentially Lower Infection Risk:/strong The heat generated can help sterilize the incision edges./li/ul

Who is this surgery for?

  • Excision of skin lesions, moles, warts, or cysts.
  • Coagulation of bleeding vessels during any surgical procedure.
  • Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy.
  • Gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy).
  • Bowel resection surgeries.
  • Hemorrhoidectomy.
  • Breast surgery, including lumpectomy.
  • Dissection and removal of soft tissue tumors.
  • Control of diffuse capillary bleeding in surgical fields.

How to prepare

  • A comprehensive pre-operative evaluation, including medical history, physical exam, and necessary blood tests.
  • Discussion of all medications (especially blood thinners) with the surgeon; some may need to be paused.
  • Fasting for 6-12 hours before the procedure if performed under general or regional anesthesia.
  • Removal of all jewelry and metal objects.
  • Proper placement of the grounding pad on clean, dry, hairless skin to prevent burns.
  • Informed consent process detailing the risks and benefits of electrosurgery.

Risks & possible complications

  • Burns: At the surgical site or, rarely, at the site of the grounding pad if improperly placed.
  • Electrical Injury: Uncommon but serious risk if current finds an alternate pathway.
  • Delayed Healing: The heat can cause more tissue necrosis than a scalpel, potentially slowing healing.
  • Infection: Standard surgical risk, though the thermal effect may lower it.
  • Scarring: Similar to other surgical methods, but technique influences the final cosmetic result.
  • Interference: The electrical current can interfere with pacemakers or other implanted electronic devices, requiring special precautions.

Recovery & hospital stay

  • Immediate post-operative care in a recovery area until the effects of anesthesia wear off.
  • Pain at the incision site is common and managed with prescribed or over-the-counter pain medication.
  • Incision care involves keeping the area clean and dry as per surgeon's instructions; dressings may need changing.
  • Monitoring for signs of infection (increased redness, swelling, pus, fever) or unusual pain.
  • Avoidance of strenuous activity and heavy lifting for the period specified by the surgeon to allow proper healing.
  • Follow-up appointment to remove any non-dissolvable stitches and assess healing progress.
  • checked Typical hospital stay: 0-2 days
  • checked Expected recovery time: 1-4 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are considering electrosurgery in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.

Procedure cost in other countries

Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for electrosurgery compare across other countries where we have data.

Country Estimated cost range Typical stay Recovery time View details
India USD 163 – USD 870 0-2 days ~ 1-4 weeks Know More
Turkey USD 1,208 – USD 6,442 0-2 days ~ 1-4 weeks Know More

Top hospitals for Electrosurgery in India

These partner hospitals in India have dedicated general surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing electrosurgery.

Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa

  • Iconvijayawada, India
  • Icon44 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Patiala

  • IconPatiala, India
  • Icon52 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar

  • IconBhubaneshwar, India
  • Icon55 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Dhakuria

  • IconKolkata, India
  • Icon200 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Mukundapur

  • IconKolkata, India
  • Icon145 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram

  • IconBangalore, India
  • Icon105 Doctors
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General surgeons for Electrosurgery

Explore experienced general surgeons who regularly perform electrosurgery and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.

Dr. Rajeev Pullagura
  • 18 Years Experience
  • General surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Jayanagar

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Dr. Adithya Gk
  • 16 Years Experience
  • General surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Jayanagar

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Dr. Madan
  • 14 Years Experience
  • General surgeon
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Jayanagar

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Dr. Saumitra Saha
  • 31 Years Experience
  • General surgeon
Speaks: English, Hindi
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Siliguri

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Dr. Nitish Kumar Das
  • 31 Years Experience
  • General surgeon
Speaks: English, Hindi
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MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Siliguri

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Dr. Sunil Sudarshan Hoskote
  • 18 Years Experience
  • General surgeon
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Dr. Sariya M J
  • 9 Years Experience
  • General surgeon
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Dr. Lalatendu Mahapatra
  • 14 Years Experience
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Dr. Ramya Ranjan Behera
  • 19 Years Experience
  • General surgeon
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Dr. S. Dileep
  • 18 Years Experience
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Dr. Saurajit Patnaik
  • 14 Years Experience
  • General surgeon
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Dr. Rakesh Durkhure
  • 30 Years Experience
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Dr. Paritosh S Gupta
  • 26 Years Experience
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Dr. Suresh Kumar Chhabra
  • 38 Years Experience
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Dr. Bimal Kumar Sahu
  • 19 Years Experience
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Dr. M.A Mir
  • 18 Years Experience
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Dr. C Palanivelu
  • 36 Years Experience
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Dr. Pinak Dasgupta
  • 22 Years Experience
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Dr. X. L. Jayanth Leo
  • 17 Years Experience
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Dr. Gautam Chandra
  • 14 Years Experience
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