Electrosurgery Treatment in India
About Electrosurgery
Key Highlights
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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.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-2 days
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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.
Popular choices for electrosurgery in India include Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, 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 electrosurgery. MediFyr helps you compare general surgeons 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 electrosurgery compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Electrosurgery in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated general surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing electrosurgery.
vijayawada, India
44 Doctors
Emma Singh, a 31-year-old software developer,...
Emma Singh, a 31-year-old software developer, had a small but persistent and bleeding pyogenic granuloma on her finger that appeared after a minor cut. It interfered with her typing and daily tasks. Her general surgeon explained that electrosurgery would efficiently remove the growth and cauterize the blood vessels to prevent recurrence. Emma was nervous about pain and potential nerve damage. The procedure was brief, and the cauterization ensured immediate bleeding control. The wound healed completely within ten days. Post-recovery, Emma felt a huge sense of physical relief and was emotionally grateful for a quick, definitive solution that allowed her to return to her work and hobbies without pain or worry.
General surgeons for Electrosurgery
Explore experienced general surgeons who regularly perform electrosurgery and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 13 Years Experience
- General surgeon
KMC Hospital Mangalore, Mangalore
- 13 Years Experience
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KMC Hospital Mangalore, Mangalore
- 15 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Millers Road, Bangalore
- 4 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Millers Road, Bangalore
- 4 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Millers Road, Bangalore
- 19 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 22 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, Bangalore
- 20 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, Bangalore
- 14 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, Bangalore
- 26 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Doddaballapur, Bangalore
- 29 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 19 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Doddaballapur, Bangalore
- 15 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Doddaballapur, Bangalore
- 11 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 10 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Doddaballapur, Bangalore
- 10 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 20 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 15 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 9 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 15 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata