Pyloric Stenosis Treatment in India
About Pyloric Stenosis
Key Highlights
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Highly effective and curative for the obstruction.Minimally invasive (laparoscopic) approach is often possible, leading to smaller scars.Resolves life-threatening symptoms like dehydration and electrolyte imbalances.Allows for normal feeding and growth to resume quickly post-procedure.Typically a one-time procedure with a very low recurrence rate.
Who is this surgery for?
- Projectile, non-bilious vomiting in infants (classic presentation).
- Visible gastric peristaltic waves and a palpable olive-shaped mass in the upper abdomen.
- Failure to thrive, dehydration, and electrolyte disturbances (metabolic alkalosis).
- Persistent nausea and vomiting in adults due to gastric outlet obstruction.
- Confirmation via imaging (ultrasound showing thickened pyloric muscle or upper GI series showing a 'string sign').
How to prepare
- Correction of dehydration and electrolyte imbalances with intravenous (IV) fluids.
- Nasogastric tube placement may be needed to empty the stomach contents.
- Pre-operative blood tests to assess electrolyte levels and overall health.
- Fasting for a specified period as directed by the surgical team (typically 4-6 hours for clear liquids).
- Discussion of anesthesia risks and obtaining informed consent.
Risks & possible complications
- Standard surgical risks: reaction to anesthesia, bleeding, or infection.
- Incomplete pyloromyotomy, requiring a second procedure.
- Mucosal perforation of the stomach or duodenum during surgery.
- Wound infection or hernia at the incision site.
- Post-operative vomiting, which usually resolves but may persist briefly.
Recovery & hospital stay
- IV fluids are continued until the infant/adult can tolerate oral feeds.
- Feeding is gradually reintroduced, starting with small amounts of clear liquids or formula.
- Pain is managed with appropriate medications.
- Incision site care instructions are provided to keep the area clean and dry.
- Follow-up appointment to ensure proper healing, weight gain, and resolution of symptoms.
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Typical hospital stay:
2-4 days
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering pyloric stenosis in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for pyloric stenosis 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 pyloric stenosis. 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 pyloric stenosis compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Pyloric Stenosis in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated gastroenterology teams and experience managing patients undergoing pyloric stenosis.
Kolkata, India
72 Doctors
I'd been to three other doctors...
I'd been to three other doctors for this nagging pain and fatigue. Everyone said it was stress. Dr. Latha at MGM was the first one who actually sat and listened, really listened, to everything I was saying. She ordered a specific test the others hadn't, and it turned out to be something quite rare. She explained it all to me in plain Tamil, drew diagrams on a notepad. I was scared, but she laid out a clear plan. It's been a long road, but I finally feel like we're getting somewhere.
Gastroenterologists for Pyloric Stenosis
Explore experienced gastroenterologists who regularly perform pyloric stenosis and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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- 13 Years Experience
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- 19 Years Experience
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- 22 Years Experience
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- 26 Years Experience
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- 14 Years Experience
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