Esophageal surgery in Hyderabad
Oesophageal disease includes pre-cancerous conditions like Barrett's oesophagus, motility disorders such as achalasia, and oesophageal cancer. Dr. Sujeeth offers minimally invasive and open oesophageal surgery at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad.
All major Mediclaim and cashless health insurance accepted (Apollo Hospitals TPA desk support).
Dr. Sujeeth Kumar Bashetty
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), FIAGES, FAIS, FALS, DIPMAS, FICRS · TSMC Reg. No. 61440
What is esophageal surgery?
Oesophageal disease includes pre-cancerous conditions like Barrett's oesophagus, motility disorders such as achalasia, and oesophageal cancer.
Dr. Sujeeth offers minimally invasive and open oesophageal surgery at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, with a focus on patient safety, functional outcomes, and quality of life.
Conditions treated
- Barrett's oesophagus: surveillance and surgical intervention for high-grade dysplasia
- Achalasia: surgical (Heller myotomy) and endoscopic treatment (POEM)
- Oesophageal cancer: curative resection and palliative procedures
- Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD): laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery
- Oesophageal stricture and dilatation
- Hiatus hernia: laparoscopic repair
Surgical approaches
Laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery (fundoplication)
For patients with GERD or hiatus hernia who have not responded to long-term medication, laparoscopic fundoplication is a highly effective solution. The upper stomach is wrapped around the lower oesophagus to restore the natural valve mechanism, providing durable relief from reflux symptoms.
Heller myotomy for achalasia
Achalasia, a motility disorder causing difficulty swallowing, is effectively treated by surgically dividing the lower oesophageal sphincter muscle (myotomy), usually combined with a partial fundoplication to prevent post-operative reflux.
Oesophagectomy for cancer
For oesophageal cancer, surgical removal of part or all of the oesophagus offers the best chance of cure in operable disease. Dr. Sujeeth performs minimally invasive oesophagectomy where feasible, in coordination with an oncology team.
Barrett's oesophagus management
Barrett's oesophagus requires careful endoscopic surveillance. In cases of high-grade dysplasia or early cancer, endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR), radiofrequency ablation, or surgical intervention may be recommended.
Benefits of minimally invasive oesophageal surgery
- Faster recovery compared to traditional open oesophageal procedures
- Reduced post-operative pain and respiratory complications
- Shorter hospital stay: typically 3–5 days for anti-reflux surgery
- Lower risk of wound infection
- Excellent functional outcomes: maintained ability to swallow and eat normally
Frequently asked questions
Q: Is surgery always needed for GERD?
A: No. Most GERD patients are managed successfully with medication and lifestyle changes. Surgery (fundoplication) is considered when symptoms are persistent despite medical therapy, or when patients prefer a long-term solution over lifelong medication.
Q: Can oesophageal cancer be cured?
A: Cure is possible in early-stage oesophageal cancer diagnosed before the disease has spread. Dr. Sujeeth works with an oncology team to assess each case and recommend the treatment approach most likely to achieve the best outcome.
Q: What are the symptoms of achalasia?
A: Achalasia typically presents as progressive difficulty swallowing solids and liquids, regurgitation of undigested food, chest discomfort, and unintentional weight loss. If you experience these symptoms, a gastroenterological evaluation is strongly advised.
అకలేషియా అనే వ్యాధిలో ఘన, ద్రవ ఆహారాలు మింగడం క్రమంగా కష్టమవుతుంది; హెల్లర్ మయోటమీ అనే శస్త్రచికిత్సతో దీనికి చికిత్స చేస్తారు. మందులతో తగ్గని GERD (యాసిడ్ రిఫ్లక్స్) కు ల్యాపరోస్కోపిక్ ఫండోప్లికేషన్ చేస్తారు. ఈ ఆపరేషన్ తర్వాత సాధారణంగా 3–5 రోజులు ఆసుపత్రిలో ఉండాలి.
Dr. Sujeeth’s Healthcare Clinic, Manikonda, Hyderabad
Surgery at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills. Call 99630 09090.
