Laparoscopy is a form of minimally invasive surgery which allows surgeons to perform surgeries in the gastro-intestinal tract using small incisions rather than “opening up” a part of the body to gain access. This is made possible by inserting a laparoscope through one...
The inflammation of the appendix is known as appendicitis. Although appendicitis can affect anyone, people between ten to thirty years are mostly affected. The appendix is a tiny pouch that protrudes from the colon. It is located in the lower right corner of the...
Inguinal hernias are pretty common, and researchers reckon that about 27% of men and 3% of women may have an inguinal hernia at some time in their life. An inguinal hernia can occur when tissue, such as a portion of your intestine, pushes through a delicate or weak...
An appendix is a small vestigial tube at the junction of the small and large intestines. It is unknown if it has any crucial functions in humans, but one hypothesis is that it houses and nurtures healthy gut flora that can replenish the digestive system. The appendix...
In recent years there has been a tremendous change in the surgical methods with the development of newer and advanced minimally invasive techniques such as laparoscopic surgeries. Dr. Harsh Sheth, a well-known bariatric surgeon in Mumbai, advocates minimally invasive...
If you are considering bariatric surgery, you are not alone. Obesity continues to be one of the most pressing health issues globally, affecting not only wealthy nations but also more and more low and middle-income nations. Dr. Harsh Sheth, among the best bariatric...
