Top Colorectal cancer surgery Doctors in Delhi

Max Hospital, Delhi houses some of the best specialists for Colorectal cancer surgery that are trained to provide best treatments available with the latest technology. The doctors can be consulted at Delhi through in-hospital appointments and video consultations. Learn more about Colorectal cancer surgery doctors’ qualification, background, specialization and experience. Book doctor appointments online, check OPD timings at one of the best hospitals in Delhi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Colorectal cancer, often referred to as colon or rectal cancer, is a type of cancer that develops in the colon (large intestine) or rectum (the end of the colon). It usually begins as benign polyps and can become malignant over time if left untreated. Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer worldwide.

Common symptoms can include changes in bowel habits, blood in the stool, abdominal pain or cramping, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, and a feeling of incomplete bowel evacuation. It's important to note that these symptoms can also be related to other medical conditions, so they should be evaluated by a healthcare professional.

Colorectal cancer is typically diagnosed through a combination of methods, including colonoscopies, sigmoidoscopies, and imaging tests like CT scans or MRIs.

Regular screenings, such as colonoscopies, are crucial for early detection. Lifestyle changes, including adopting a healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and fibre, limiting red and processed meats, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, and quitting smoking, also help reduce the risk of developing colorectal cancer.

Even though minimally invasive colorectal surgery enables patients to have faster recovery, it may not be appropriate for everyone, especially if they have had previous operations, and it also depends on the patient’s specific condition and overall health.

The possible complications of colorectal surgery include anastomotic leak, which is a leakage of fluid from the surgical site where two sections of the bowel have been joined. This can lead to infection, sepsis, and other serious health issues.

The benefits of robotic colorectal surgery include improved precision, potentially lesser blood loss, lesser pain, and faster recovery.

The potential risks of robotic colorectal surgery include bleeding, infection, and damage to surrounding organs.

Laparoscopic colorectal surgery is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that involves making small incisions and using specialised instruments to perform the procedure.

The recovery time for laparoscopic colorectal surgery varies depending on the patient's overall health and the specific procedure being performed, but It is typically a few days to a few weeks.

The potential risks of open colorectal surgery include bleeding, infection, and damage to surrounding organs.

Open colorectal surgery is typically used for complex cases or when minimally invasive surgery is not possible.

Transanal endoscopic microsurgery (TEM) is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that is used to remove tumours from the rectum. This procedure is done using specialised instruments introduced through the anal canal.

The recovery time for TEM varies depending on the patient’s overall health and the specific procedure being performed, but it is typically a few days. Most patients would usually get discharged from hospital within a day or two of the procedures.

A polypectomy is a procedure that involves removing polyps from the colon or rectum.

The potential risks of a polypectomy include bleeding, infection, and perforation of the colon or rectum.

A polypectomy is typically performed using a colonoscope or sigmoidoscope, which is inserted into the colon or rectum through the anus.

A stoma is a surgical opening in the abdomen that allows faeces or urine to be diverted out of the body.

A stoma may be needed for a variety of reasons, such as to allow the bowel to rest after surgery or to treat conditions like inflammatory bowel disease or Cancer.

There are several types of stomas, including colostomy, ileostomy, and urostomy.

A stoma is typically cared for by cleaning the area around the stoma and changing the stoma bag regularly. A healthcare professional can provide specific instructions for stoma care.

FAQs reviewed by Dr. Vivek Mangla, Director, Gastrointestinal and Hepatopancreatobiliary (GI & HPB) Surgical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology.

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