SERVICES OFFERED

ENDOSCOPY

  • Diagnostic & Therapeutic Upper GI Endoscopy
  • Diagnostic & Therapeutic Colonoscopy
  • Capsule Endoscopy
  • ERCP & Cholangio-pancreatoscopy
  • Endoscopic Ultrasound [EUS]

GI MOTILITY LAB

  • 24 Hrs Esophageal pH-Impedance study
  • Esophageal & Anorectal Manometry

BREATH TESTS

  • Hydrogen Breath Test for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth
  • Urea Breath Test for H. pylori infection

SURGERY

  • Esophageal & Gastric Surgery
  • Hepatectomy & Liver Surgery
  • Pancreato – Billiary Surgery
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Hernia Surgery – Laparoscopic & Open
  • Minimally Invasive & Laparoscopia Surgery
  • Gl Oncology Surgery
  • Surgery for Piles, Fistula & Fissure

RADIOLOGY

  • Digital X-Ray
  • Ultrasound with Colour Doppler
  • Liver Elastography [Fibroscan] for liver fibrosis and steatosis.

PATHOLOGY

CRITICAL CARE TAIL

  • State of Art Intensive Care Unit & Expert Team for management of GI and hepato-pancreato-biliary diseases

ADVANCED SERVICES OFFERED

ERCP & CHOLANGIO-PANCREATOSCOPY

  • Complex Pancreato-biliary Procedures
    [Multiple biliary stent placement for hilar strictures;
    mechanical lithotripsy for CBO stones]
  • Laser Lithotripsy Treatment for CBD / pancreatic stones
  • CBD Stricture evaluation
  • Ampullectomy

THIRD SPACE ENDOSCOPY

  • Endoscopic Mucosal Resection [EMR] & Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection [ESD] for early gastrointestinal cancers
  • Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy [POEM] for Zenker’s Diverticulum, 
    Achalasia Cardia, Gastroparesis, Hirschsprung’s disease
  • Submucuosal Tunneling & Endoscopic Resection [STER]
    & Endoscopic Full-Thickness Resecton (EFTR] for subepithlial tumors

ANTIREFLUX TREATMENT [FOR GERD]

  • Antireflux Mucosal Ablation [ARMA]
  • Endoscopic Funcoplication

ENDOBARIATRICS [FOR WEIGHT LOSS]

  • Gastric Balloon placement
  • Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty

ENDOSCOPIC ULTRASOUND [EUS]

  • EUS & EUS – guided FNAC / Biopsy for diagnosis
  • EUS – guided Pancreatic Cysto-gastrostomy / Choledocho-jejunostomy / Hepatico-gastrostomy
  • EUS – guided Gastric Variceal Glue & Coil treatment

 

Abdominal emergencies are among the most urgent and critical medical situations encountered in gastroenterology and general surgery. They encompass a wide range of conditions that cause sudden, severe or rapidly worsening abdominal symptoms requiring immediate medical evaluation and intervention. Delayed treatment of abdominal emergencies can lead to serious and potentially life threatening complications. Prompt access to experienced specialists, advanced diagnostic facilities and emergency surgical capabilities is therefore essential in managing these conditions effectively. At LGI Hospital, Nagpur, our specialist gastroenterologists, surgical gastroenterologists and intensivists provide comprehensive twenty four hour emergency abdominal care with a focus on rapid assessment, accurate diagnosis and immediate intervention.

What Is Emergency Abdominal Care?

Emergency abdominal care refers to the urgent medical and surgical management of conditions causing acute abdominal symptoms that require immediate specialist attention. The abdomen contains many vital organs including the stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, small intestine, large intestine, spleen, kidneys and major blood vessels. Conditions affecting any of these structures can present as abdominal emergencies requiring rapid evaluation and treatment. Emergency abdominal care at LGI Hospital encompasses both emergency medical gastroenterology management and emergency surgical intervention, ensuring that patients receive the most appropriate and immediate care for their specific condition.

Common Conditions Requiring Emergency Abdominal Care

A wide range of conditions can present as abdominal emergencies requiring immediate medical attention. Common conditions managed under emergency abdominal care at LGI Hospital in Nagpur include:
  • Acute appendicitis requiring emergency appendectomy
  • Acute cholecystitis due to gallstones requiring urgent surgical intervention
  • Gastrointestinal perforation of the stomach, intestine or colon
  • Acute severe pancreatitis requiring intensive care management
  • Gastrointestinal bleeding from the upper or lower digestive tract
  • Acute liver failure requiring immediate hepatology and intensive care support
  • Intestinal obstruction or volvulus requiring urgent surgical intervention
  • Acute mesenteric ischaemia due to compromised blood supply to the intestine
  • Abdominal trauma requiring emergency surgical evaluation and repair
  • Ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm requiring emergency vascular intervention
  • Severe inflammatory bowel disease flares requiring emergency medical or surgical management
  • Peritonitis due to intra abdominal infection requiring immediate surgical intervention

Common Symptoms of an Abdominal Emergency

Recognising the symptoms of an abdominal emergency and seeking immediate medical attention can be life saving. Common symptoms that indicate a possible abdominal emergency include:
  • Sudden and severe abdominal pain that comes on rapidly and does not resolve
  • Abdominal pain that is rapidly worsening over a short period
  • A rigid or board like abdomen that is extremely tender to touch
  • Vomiting of blood or passage of blood in the stool
  • High fever accompanying severe abdominal pain
  • Inability to pass stools or gas indicating possible bowel obstruction
  • Dizziness, fainting or rapid deterioration in consciousness with abdominal symptoms
  • Rapid heart rate and low blood pressure with abdominal pain
  • Abdominal swelling that develops rapidly
  • Severe abdominal pain following abdominal trauma or injury
Any of these symptoms should be treated as a medical emergency. Do not wait to see if symptoms improve on their own. Immediate emergency medical evaluation is essential.

When Should You Seek Emergency Abdominal Care?

An abdominal emergency requires immediate medical attention without delay. Seek emergency medical care right away if you or a family member experiences any of the following:
  • Sudden severe abdominal pain that is unlike anything experienced before
  • Abdominal pain accompanied by vomiting of blood or blood in the stool
  • Fever above 38.5 degrees Celsius with severe abdominal pain
  • Signs of shock including rapid heart rate, pallor, dizziness and cold sweats with abdominal symptoms
  • Abdominal pain following a significant abdominal injury or trauma
  • Sudden severe pain in a person with a known history of gallstones, pancreatitis or liver disease
  • Inability to pass stools or gas for an extended period with abdominal distension and pain
  • Any rapid and progressive deterioration in abdominal symptoms
LGI Hospital in Nagpur provides twenty four hour emergency abdominal care with specialist gastroenterologists and surgical gastroenterologists available at all times to ensure that every patient receives immediate and appropriate emergency evaluation and intervention.

Emergency Abdominal Care at LGI Hospital Nagpur

At LGI Hospital, emergency abdominal care follows a systematic and rapid approach to ensure accurate diagnosis and prompt intervention for every patient. The emergency care process includes:
Step Action
Immediate clinical assessment Rapid evaluation of symptoms, vital signs and abdominal examination
Emergency diagnostic investigations Blood tests, imaging including ultrasound and CT scan as required
Specialist gastroenterology evaluation Assessment by specialist gastroenterologist or surgical gastroenterologist
Emergency endoscopy when indicated Urgent upper or lower endoscopy for GI bleeding or related conditions
Emergency surgical intervention when required Immediate surgery for perforation, obstruction or other surgical emergencies
ICU admission and intensive monitoring Round the clock intensive care for critically unwell patients
Multidisciplinary team management Coordinated care involving gastroenterology, surgery and intensive care
Family communication and support Clear and compassionate communication with patient and family throughout
Every emergency abdominal case at LGI Hospital is managed with urgency, precision and a commitment to the highest standards of patient safety and clinical care.

Why Choose LGI Hospital for Emergency Abdominal Care in Nagpur?

  • Round the Clock Emergency Specialist Availability: LGI Hospital in Nagpur provides twenty four hour access to specialist gastroenterologists and surgical gastroenterologists for emergency abdominal conditions, ensuring that expert clinical assessment and intervention are available without delay at any time of the day or night.
  • Advanced Emergency Diagnostic and Surgical Capabilities: From emergency ultrasound and CT scanning to urgent endoscopy and emergency surgical intervention, LGI Hospital in Dhantoli, Nagpur is equipped with the full range of diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities needed to manage the complete spectrum of abdominal emergencies effectively.
  • Integrated Emergency Medical and Surgical GI Care: The seamless integration of medical gastroenterology, surgical gastroenterology and intensive care at LGI Hospital ensures that every abdominal emergency is managed comprehensively by the right specialist team without the delays associated with multiple referrals or transfers.
  • Dedicated Single Speciality GI Emergency Centre: As a dedicated gastroenterology and liver hospital, LGI Hospital brings together focused expertise across all aspects of gastrointestinal and hepatological emergency care, providing patients with access to the highest level of specialist GI emergency management under one roof in the heart of Nagpur.

FAQ

Q1. What are the symptoms of an abdominal emergency?

Common symptoms of an abdominal emergency include sudden and severe abdominal pain, a rigid and tender abdomen, vomiting of blood, blood in the stool, high fever with abdominal pain, inability to pass stools or gas, rapid heart rate, dizziness and rapid deterioration in overall condition. Any of these symptoms require immediate emergency medical evaluation without delay.

Q2. When should I go to emergency for abdominal pain?

You should seek emergency medical care immediately if abdominal pain is sudden and severe, rapidly worsening, accompanied by fever, vomiting of blood or blood in the stool, associated with signs of shock such as dizziness and rapid heart rate, or if there is a rigid and extremely tender abdomen. Do not wait to see if such symptoms resolve on their own.

Q3. What causes an abdominal emergency?

Abdominal emergencies can be caused by a wide range of conditions including acute appendicitis, gallstone complications, gastrointestinal perforation, severe pancreatitis, gastrointestinal bleeding, intestinal obstruction, acute liver failure and abdominal trauma. Accurate and rapid diagnosis through clinical assessment and emergency imaging is essential for determining the appropriate treatment.

Q4. Is an abdominal emergency life threatening?

Yes, many abdominal emergencies are potentially life threatening if not treated promptly and appropriately. Conditions such as gastrointestinal perforation, severe GI bleeding, acute liver failure and intestinal obstruction can deteriorate rapidly and require immediate specialist intervention. Early emergency medical care significantly improves outcomes in abdominal emergencies.

Q5. Which hospital is best for emergency abdominal care in Nagpur?

LGI Hospital in Dhantoli, Nagpur is a dedicated single speciality gastroenterology hospital that provides twenty four hour emergency abdominal care with specialist gastroenterologists, surgical gastroenterologists and intensivists available around the clock. The hospital offers advanced emergency diagnostic and surgical capabilities and integrated intensive care support, making it a trusted centre for GI emergency care in Nagpur.

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