Intestinal Obstruction Treatment in India
About Intestinal Obstruction
Key Highlights
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Relieves severe abdominal pain, vomiting, and distension caused by the blockage.Prevents life-threatening complications like bowel perforation, sepsis, and tissue death (necrosis).Can often be performed using minimally invasive (laparoscopic) techniques for faster recovery.Restores normal digestive function and intestinal continuity.Addresses the root cause, whether it be adhesions, tumors, hernias, or other issues.
Who is this surgery for?
- Complete or high-grade partial blockage of the intestine confirmed by imaging (CT scan, X-ray).
- Failure of conservative management (nasogastric suction, IV fluids) to resolve the obstruction.
- Signs of bowel strangulation or ischemia (severe tenderness, fever, elevated white blood cell count).
- Obstruction caused by adhesions from previous surgeries, hernias, or tumors.
- Conditions like volvulus (twisting of the bowel) or intussusception (telescoping of the bowel).
- Recurrent episodes of intestinal obstruction.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive evaluation including blood tests, abdominal X-rays, and a CT scan to locate the blockage.
- Insertion of a nasogastric (NG) tube to decompress the stomach and intestines.
- Administration of intravenous (IV) fluids and electrolytes to correct dehydration and imbalances.
- Informed consent process discussing the surgical plan, risks, and potential outcomes.
- Fasting for several hours before the procedure as directed by the surgical team.
- Pre-operative antibiotics to reduce the risk of infection.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding during or after the surgery.
- Infection at the incision site or within the abdomen (peritonitis).
- Formation of new adhesions, which could lead to future obstruction.
- Leakage from the intestinal anastomosis (surgical connection).
- Damage to nearby organs such as the bladder or blood vessels.
- Reactions to anesthesia.
- Potential need for a temporary or permanent stoma (ileostomy/colostomy).
- Blood clots in the legs (deep vein thrombosis) or lungs (pulmonary embolism).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial hospital stay for monitoring, pain management, and gradual reintroduction of oral fluids and diet.
- The nasogastric tube is removed once bowel function returns (passing gas or stool).
- Incision care instructions to keep the surgical site clean and dry.
- Pain medication and antibiotics as prescribed.
- Gradual increase in physical activity; walking is encouraged soon after surgery to promote healing.
- Follow-up appointments to monitor healing and ensure normal bowel function has resumed.
- A temporary adjustment to diet, often starting with bland, easily digestible foods.
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Typical hospital stay:
5-10 days
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Expected recovery time:
4-6 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering intestinal obstruction in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for intestinal obstruction in India include Miot Hospital Chennai, Gem Hospital Coimbatore, 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 intestinal obstruction. MediFyr helps you compare surgical 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 intestinal obstruction compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Intestinal Obstruction in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated surgical gastroenterology teams and experience managing patients undergoing intestinal obstruction.
Chennai, India
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Surgical Gastroenterologists for Intestinal Obstruction
Explore experienced surgical gastroenterologists who regularly perform intestinal obstruction and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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