Liver Banding Treatment in India
About Liver Banding
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive procedure performed endoscopically, avoiding open surgery.Highly effective in preventing and stopping life-threatening variceal bleeding.Typically performed under sedation, minimizing patient discomfort.Lower risk of complications compared to surgical shunting procedures.Often allows for a shorter hospital stay and faster recovery.Can be repeated as needed for recurrent varices./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Primary prophylaxis (prevention) of bleeding from large esophageal varices in patients with cirrhosis.
- Active bleeding from esophageal varices as an emergency treatment.
- Secondary prophylaxis to prevent re-bleeding after an initial variceal hemorrhage.
- Gastric varices (specifically GOV1 type) in certain cases.
- Patients with portal hypertension who are not candidates for or have failed beta-blocker therapy.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive evaluation including blood tests, imaging, and endoscopy to map the varices.
- Patient must fast (no food or drink) for 6-8 hours before the procedure.
- Review and adjustment of current medications, especially blood thinners, as directed by the doctor.
- Informed consent process detailing the procedure, risks, and benefits.
- Arrangement for sedation and post-procedure monitoring.
- Treatment of any active infection or correction of significant coagulation abnormalities beforehand.
Risks & possible complications
- Post-procedure chest pain or discomfort and difficulty swallowing, which is usually temporary.
- Risk of ulceration or bleeding at the banding site, though this is part of the intended healing process.
- Perforation (a tear) of the esophagus, which is rare but serious.
- Infection or fever.
- Reaction to sedation medications.
- Recurrence of varices requiring repeat banding sessions.
- Stricture (narrowing) of the esophagus from repeated treatments.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate recovery in a monitored area until sedation wears off (a few hours).
- Patients may experience a sore throat and mild chest discomfort for a few days.
- A soft or liquid diet is recommended for the first 24-48 hours post-procedure.
- Avoidance of strenuous activity, heavy lifting, and NSAIDs (like ibuprofen) for a specified period.
- Follow-up endoscopy is typically scheduled in 2-4 weeks to assess healing and place additional bands if needed.
- Long-term management of underlying liver disease and portal hypertension with medication and lifestyle changes is crucial.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering liver banding in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for liver 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 liver 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 liver banding compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Liver Banding in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated gastroenterology teams and experience managing patients undergoing liver banding.
Kolkata, India
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Gastroenterologists for Liver Banding
Explore experienced gastroenterologists who regularly perform liver banding and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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