Esophageal Banding Treatment in India
About Esophageal Banding
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive procedure with no external incisions.Highly effective in controlling and preventing life-threatening variceal bleeding.Typically performed on an outpatient basis, allowing for same-day discharge.Reduces the need for blood transfusions and emergency interventions.Can be repeated as needed for recurrent varices.Generally well-tolerated with a relatively quick recovery time./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Active bleeding from esophageal varices (emergency treatment).
- Prevention of first or recurrent bleeding in patients with medium or large esophageal varices.
- Portal hypertension, most commonly due to liver cirrhosis from causes like hepatitis or alcohol use.
- Patients with a history of variceal bleeding who require secondary prevention.
- As part of a comprehensive management plan for liver disease.
How to prepare
- Complete blood tests, liver function tests, and coagulation profile to assess bleeding risk.
- Patient must fast (no food or drink) for 6-8 hours before the procedure.
- Review and adjustment of current medications, especially blood thinners (e.g., aspirin, warfarin, clopidogrel), as advised by the doctor.
- Informed consent process detailing the procedure, benefits, and risks.
- Arrangement for a responsible adult to drive the patient home after sedation.
- An intravenous (IV) line will be placed for sedation and fluids.
Risks & possible complications
- Sore throat or mild chest discomfort for 1-2 days post-procedure.
- Risk of bleeding from the banding site, though this is the condition being treated.
- Perforation (a tear) of the esophagus, which is rare but serious.
- Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia) temporarily after the procedure.
- Reactions to sedative medications, such as breathing difficulties or low blood pressure.
- Recurrence of varices, requiring repeat banding sessions.
- Infection is very uncommon but possible.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Patient is monitored in a recovery area until sedation wears off (1-2 hours).
- A soft or liquid diet is recommended for the first 24 hours to minimize discomfort.
- Patients should avoid strenuous activity, heavy lifting, and driving for 24 hours post-sedation.
- Mild pain or discomfort can be managed with prescribed or over-the-counter pain relievers (avoiding NSAIDs like ibuprofen unless approved).
- The bands will slough off naturally, usually within a week, and may pass in the stool unnoticed.
- Follow-up endoscopy is typically scheduled in 2-4 weeks to assess healing and for additional banding if needed.
- Patients must adhere to their underlying liver disease management plan, including dietary restrictions and medications.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
1-3 days for normal activities, 1-2 weeks for complete internal healing
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering esophageal banding in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for esophageal banding in India include Medanta The Medicity, Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Gem Hospital Perungudi, SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, KMC Hospital Mangalore, 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 esophageal banding. 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 esophageal banding compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 272 – USD 653 | 0-1 days (typically outpatient) | ~ 1-3 days for normal activities, 1-2 weeks for complete internal healing | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 2,013 – USD 4,832 | 0-1 days (typically outpatient) | ~ 1-3 days for normal activities, 1-2 weeks for complete internal healing | Know More |
Top hospitals for Esophageal Banding in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated gastroenterology teams and experience managing patients undergoing esophageal banding.
Kolkata, India
72 Doctors
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Gastroenterologists for Esophageal Banding
Explore experienced gastroenterologists who regularly perform esophageal banding and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 26 Years Experience
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Miot Hospital Chennai
- 35 Years Experience
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Miot Hospital Chennai
- 21 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road
- 40 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road
- 11 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Gem Hospital Coimbatore
- 16 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Gem Hospital Coimbatore
- 11 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Gem Hospital Coimbatore
- 13 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Gem Hospital Perungudi
- 17 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar
- 12 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar
- 11 Years Experience
- Surgical Gastroenterologist
Gem Hospital Perungudi
- 11 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Gem Hospital Perungudi
- 12 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar
- 9 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar
- 15 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Gurgaon
- 19 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Cytecare Hospital Bangalore
- 50 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road
- 45 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Medanta Hospital Gurgaon
- 38 Years Experience
- Gastroenterologist
Medanta Hospital Gurgaon
- 36 Years Experience
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Metro Hospital Faridabad