Led by both surgeons · part of GI Cancer Surgery care
GI cancer surgery removes the cancer-bearing part of the digestive tract together with its lymph nodes, restoring continuity where possible. Dr. Babu Elangovan operates on stomach, colon, rectal and oesophageal cancer, using minimally invasive techniques where suitable, within a multidisciplinary plan.
GI cancer surgery removes the cancer-bearing part of the digestive tract together with its lymph nodes, restoring continuity where possible. Dr. Babu Elangovan operates on stomach, colon, rectal and oesophageal cancer.
Minimally invasive (laparoscopic and robotic) techniques are used where suitable, within a multidisciplinary plan that includes oncology.
Diagnosis and staging use endoscopy, biopsy and scans. Your plan is made within a multidisciplinary team so the right treatments happen in the right order.
Chemotherapy or radiotherapy may be given before or after surgery depending on the cancer and its stage.
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It removes the cancer-bearing part of the digestive tract with its lymph nodes and, where possible, restores normal continuity. It is planned with oncology and may be combined with chemotherapy or radiotherapy.
Yes. Many stomach, colon and rectal cancer operations can be done by laparoscopic or robotic technique in suitable patients, which can mean less pain and a quicker recovery without compromising cancer clearance.
Not always. The bowel is rejoined wherever it is safe to do so. A temporary or permanent stoma is needed only in some cases, especially for low rectal cancers, and is discussed before surgery.
Staging uses endoscopy with biopsy and scans such as CT, PET and endoscopic ultrasound, so the right treatment can be planned within a multidisciplinary team.
Recovery depends on the operation and approach. Minimally invasive surgery generally allows an earlier recovery; your surgeon will explain what to expect for your procedure.
A multidisciplinary team of surgery, oncology and radiology plans your care. Dr. Babu Elangovan explains the surgical options and coordinates the steps in the right order.
Dr. Babu Elangovan, Surgical Gastroenterologist and Liver Transplant Surgeon, consults across Chennai — including Mira Health Care (Adyar), Kauvery Hospital (Alwarpet), Capstone Clinics (Nungambakkam), Kumaran Hospital (Kilpauk) and THANC Hospital (Kilpauk).
Request a consultation and choose your preferred hospital. Enquiries reach Dr. Babu’s team and you are directed to the most suitable consulting location.
