Treatment · Advitya Hospital Baruipur

GI Cancer Surgery

Surgery for cancers of the digestive system at Advitya Hospital Baruipur.

Department: GI Cancer Surgery

Is This You?

Symptoms and Conditions Treated

Conditions treated

  • Cancer of the food pipe (oesophagus)
  • Stomach cancer
  • Colon and rectal cancer
  • Liver, pancreatic, gallbladder and bile duct cancer

Common symptoms

  • Difficulty swallowing
  • Persistent indigestion, vomiting or feeling full early
  • Blood in the stool or black stools
  • A change in bowel habits lasting more than a few weeks
  • Unexplained weight loss or tiredness
  • Yellowing of the eyes or skin
Don’t Wait

When Should You Consult a Doctor?

See a doctor if

  • Symptoms last more than two to three weeks
  • You notice blood in your stool or unexplained weight loss
  • A scan or biopsy has suggested cancer
  • You want a second opinion on a cancer diagnosis

Get emergency help at once if you have

  • Vomiting blood or passing a large amount of blood
  • Being completely unable to swallow or to pass stool
What Can Be Done

Available Treatment Options

Staging and planning

Tests show the extent of the cancer so that treatment can be planned.

Surgery

Surgery to remove the tumour and nearby lymph nodes, when it is suitable.

Combined treatment

Some patients also need chemotherapy or radiotherapy before or after surgery, given by the appropriate specialist.

The right treatment is decided only after your doctor has examined you and reviewed your reports.

Who Will See You

Doctors for GI Cancer Surgery

Your Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Does every GI cancer need surgery?

No. Treatment depends on the type and stage of the cancer. Your doctor will explain the options.

What does staging mean?

Staging describes how far the cancer has spread. It helps decide the best treatment.

What reports should I bring?

Bring biopsy reports, scan reports and images, blood test results and a list of your medicines.

Can I get a second opinion?

Yes. You can share your reports and ask for a consultation.

This page gives general information and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please consult a doctor about your own condition.

Book an appointment for GI cancer surgery.

Share your symptoms and reports, and the hospital team will call you to confirm.