What conditions are treated under GI surgery?

GI surgery is used to treat a wide range of conditions such as:
  • Gallstones and gallbladder diseases
  • Hernias (inguinal, umbilical, incisional, etc.)
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
  • Colon and rectal cancers
  • Inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis)
  • Appendicitis
  • Liver, pancreas, and bile duct disorders
  • Obesity (bariatric surgery)
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