Intussusception Repair Treatment in India
About Intussusception Repair
Key Highlights
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Addresses a potentially life-threatening intestinal obstruction.Primary goal is to restore normal intestinal anatomy and blood flow.Can prevent bowel necrosis, perforation, and severe infection (peritonitis).May be performed using minimally invasive (laparoscopic) techniques in suitable cases.Often resolves the condition definitively, especially in pediatric cases.
Who is this surgery for?
- Failure of non-surgical reduction via air or liquid enema.
- Signs of bowel perforation or peritonitis (severe abdominal infection).
- Clinical evidence of intestinal ischemia or necrosis (tissue death).
- Recurrent intussusception after successful non-surgical reduction.
- Intussusception in adults, which often has a lead point (like a tumor) requiring surgical evaluation.
- Shock or severe illness making the patient unstable for enema procedures.
How to prepare
- Emergency stabilization, including intravenous (IV) fluids and antibiotics.
- Nasogastric tube insertion to decompress the stomach.
- Pre-operative blood tests, imaging (like ultrasound or CT scan), and consent process.
- Administration of general anesthesia.
- In non-emergency adult cases, bowel preparation may be considered.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding, infection, or reaction to anesthesia.
- Injury to nearby organs or structures.
- Leakage from the intestinal anastomosis (reconnection site).
- Formation of adhesions (scar tissue) causing future bowel obstruction.
- Recurrence of intussusception, though less common after surgery.
- In adults, risks related to the underlying cause (e.g., malignancy).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial recovery in the hospital with pain management and IV fluids.
- Gradual introduction of liquids and then solid foods as bowel function returns.
- Monitoring for signs of complications like fever, abdominal distension, or redness at the incision site.
- Incision care instructions to keep the area clean and dry.
- Activity restrictions, avoiding heavy lifting for several weeks to allow healing.
- Follow-up appointments to monitor healing and overall recovery.
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Typical hospital stay:
3-7 days
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Expected recovery time:
2-4 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering intussusception repair in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for intussusception repair in India include Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, 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 intussusception repair. 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 intussusception repair compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Intussusception Repair in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated general surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing intussusception repair.
Bangalore, India
30 Doctors
I was a total wreck before...
I was a total wreck before my appointment. First time seeing a doctor on my own and I was convinced it was something serious. Dr. Ram just listened, didn't rush me, and explained everything in a way that actually calmed me down. The hospital is huge and a bit overwhelming, but he made it feel okay. Left feeling like I could breathe again.
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