The small intestine plays an essential role in digestion and nutrient absorption. When disease, blockage, injury, or other conditions affect the small bowel, surgery may be necessary to restore normal function and prevent complications.
Our practice provides minimally invasive surgical treatment whenever appropriate, with personalized care focused on achieving the best possible outcomes.
Conditions We Treat
Small bowel surgery may be recommended for:
Treatment is tailored to each patient's diagnosis and overall health.
Why Choose Our Practice?
We combine advanced surgical expertise with minimally invasive techniques and personalized care to help patients recover safely and return to their daily lives as quickly as possible.
Small bowel surgery, answered
It includes procedures performed to treat diseases or injuries affecting the small intestine.
Common reasons include obstruction, tumors, bleeding, injury, or other intestinal disorders.
Many procedures can be performed laparoscopically or robotically.
A blockage that prevents food and fluids from passing through the intestine.
Recovery depends on the procedure but typically ranges from several weeks.
Most patients require a short hospital stay following surgery.
Most patients recover normal digestive function, although this depends on the amount of bowel treated.
Persistent abdominal pain, vomiting, bloating, or inability to pass stool or gas should be evaluated promptly.
Untreated bowel conditions can lead to serious complications, including infection or bowel damage.
A consultation and appropriate imaging can determine whether surgery is the best treatment for your condition.
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Schedule a consultation to review your symptoms and imaging, and find out which surgical approach is right for you.