Common conditions treated by specialists under general and laparoscopic surgery:
- Appendicitis: Removal of the appendix (appendectomy) to treat inflammation.
- Cholecystitis: Gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) for gallstones causing inflammation.
- Hernias: Repair of hernias through open surgery or laparoscopic techniques.
- Diverticulitis: Resection of affected sections of the colon when inflammation occurs.
- Obesity: Bariatric procedures like gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy to promote weight loss.
- Peptic Ulcers: Surgery to remove ulcers or to treat complications from ulcers.
- Colon Cancer: Partial or total colectomy to remove cancerous sections of the colon.
- Bowel Obstruction: Surgical intervention to relieve blockages in the intestines.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): Anti-reflux surgeries such as fundoplication.
- Varicose veins: Laser treatments or stripping for symptomatic relief.