General Surgery

Treating Disorders for Better Health

General surgery is resorted in the presence of diseases that cannot be cured by medication use or other treatments. Thanks to surgical procedures, disorders can be treated and diseased tissues can be removed from the body, making the body healthier.

What are general surgery operations?

The departments we serve in the general surgery department are as follows:

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Abdominal Wall Hernias

An umbilical hernia is the most common disease category in this surgical operation, which repairs organ damage caused by a rupture of the abdominal wall. The surgery process includes the following steps:

If the hernia is 1-2 cm, open surgery is performed, if it is larger, a patch is placed.
This surgical intervention is open surgery or laparoscopic. Especially in cases where the hernia is less than 10 cm, the second option is advised.

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Colorectal Cancer

This surgical intervention is aimed at treating colon cancer, the third most common cancer observed around the world and it yields very positive outcomes. The process includes the following steps:

Polyps are removed through colonoscopy.
The parts affected by the tumor are removed.
Surgical treatment is mandatory in the early stages.

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Gallbladder Removal

The laparoscopic cholecystectomy technique is used in this surgery with the aim of removing the sac. The process steps are as follows:

The general anesthesia method is applied and the patient is completely anesthetized.
A 5 mm incision is made in the navel.
Organs are examined with cameras throughout the operation.

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Benefits of general surgery operations

General surgical interventions aim to treat diseases in many organs in the human body. Its benefits are as follows.

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It is used to treat diseases such as tumors, cysts, inflammation and cancer.

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It is vital in traumatic injuries and internal bleeding.

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General surgery may include organ transplant operations.

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It is critical in abnormal conditions such as congenital heart diseases.

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It is also a branch used in aesthetic corrections.

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Preparation before general surgery

Before undergoing the surgery, patients must consider certain details related to the surgery to prepare in the most effective way and for the surgery to proceed safely. The mentioned details are as follows:

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The patient's general health condition, such as chronic diseases and allergies, should be taken into account.

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The patient should find answers to their questions and feel comfortable by talking to the surgeon who will perform the surgery.

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Smoking and alcohol use should be stopped before the surgery.

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The patient may be asked to shower or clean the area where the surgical procedure will be performed.

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The surgeon should provide emotional support to the patient. In this sense, it is important to receive service from a professional hospital.

FAQ

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What are General Surgery Diseases?

Diseases such as orthopedic problems, intestinal problems, thyroid, swelling in the body, and ingrown hair.

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Do General Surgery Operations Leave Scars?

The risk of scarring varies depending on which surgical method is used. This includes the patient's skin structure. In general, surgical techniques involve minimal scarring.

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How Long Does It Take to Recover From Colon Surgery?

The hospital stay after this surgery is 4-5 days. The recovery period after discharge is 1-2 months.

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Are There Any Scars After Gallbladder Surgery?

Even the largest incision in gallbladder surgery is 1 cm. For this reason, minimal scarring occurs and not even a noticeable scar remains.