Laparoscopic Surgeon ·
LLH Hospital, Abu Dhabi , Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
15 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Malayalam , English
Here is a list of some of the conditions the General Laparoscopic Surgeon Dilip Thykkoottathil treats:
Laparoscopic surgery is a common procedure for the treatment of diseases like diverticulitis, gall bladder stones, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, and liver problems, with the help of minimally invasive techniques, so ensuring speedy recovery of patients. The surgeon also performs various gastrointestinal surgery and related endoscopic procedures.
The below symptoms should be discussed with a General Laparoscopic Surgeon who will advise required diagnostic tests and start appropriate treatment:
Abdominal problems may show other symptoms, which depend on the underlying disease or condition. Stomach problems are mostly related to the digestive system, but might also be linked to other body systems.
If you want to seek consultation from doctor Dilip Thykkoottathil, you can visit him between 11 am and 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor doesn’t work on Sunday.
Dr Dilip Thykkoottathil is a renowned General Laparoscopic Surgeon who performs a number of popular procedures mentioned below:
Gallbladder removal has become very common these days. Laparoscopic gallbladder removal is a minimally invasive procedure that involves making small incisions to remove a diseased or inflamed gallbladder. Laparoscopic removal is mostly preferred for gallbladder removal surgery. It is also known as laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
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A doctor who is trained in laparoscopic surgery is called a general Laparoscopic Surgeon. Laparoscopy is a type of operation performed in the abdomen and pelvis using several small incisions with the help of a camera. The doctor also uses a laparoscope for diagnosis or therapeutic interventions with some small cuts in the abdomen. A General Laparoscopic Surgeon can perform laparoscopic surgeries to treat conditions like Cholecystitis, Hernias, and Appendicitis, etc. The surgeon works closely with a surgical team that includes anesthesiologists, nurses, and surgical technicians. The surgeons have expertise in minimally invasive techniques which involves making small incisions to access various organs.
There are various diagnostic tests that help a General Laparoscopic Surgeon diagnose conditions related to the abdomen and pelvis. The tests are:
Always consult your doctor and let them know all your symptoms related to the abdomen. They may perform a few diagnostic tests so that the actual condition can be diagnosed. Post diagnosis the doctor determines the treatment plan that is best for you.
Your general physician will refer you to a general laparoscopic surgeon if they suspect a condition that may require surgical treatment. The specialist will perform a series of diagnostic tests to detect the actual cause of the disease and will design a treatment plan accordingly. Some of the symptoms which require a consultation with a General Laparoscopic Surgeon are:
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