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Least Invasive Solutions: Endoscopic Procedures by Medstar Multispeciality Hospital

Do you want a least invasive solution to your medical problem? Do you want to feel less pain and scars after your procedure? Then look no further than Medstar Multispeciality Hospital's Endoscopic Procedures. We promise to give you a painless and scar free treatment.

What is an Endoscopic Procedure?

The most minimal surgical procedures are endoscopic procedures, in which the flexible tube ends with a camera and light to observe and, consequently, treat a number of conditions. Our highly trained surgeons will utilise the following in the performance of endoscopy:

Gastrointestinal disorders: colonoscopy, gastroscopy, ERCP in diagnostic and therapeutic management of ulcers, polyps, and cancers.
Pulmonary diseases: Diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy for lung cancer, bronchitis, and asthma, etc.
Urological diseases: Cystoscopy is performed for the diagnosis and treatment of bladder cancer, kidney stones, and urinary tract infections.

How?

It will be an endoscopic procedure that we take sedation or local anaesthesia to make it painless and easy. It takes 15 to 60 minutes depending upon the case. Our expert surgeons will focus attentively on the following:

Insertion of the endoscope: The procedure involves putting the endoscope through a natural opening or even a small incision.
Area Visualisation: The endoscope is equipped with a camera and light; hence, our doctors can see the area to be treated.
Procedure: Then our doctors perform the required procedure whichever that is required, for instance, removal of polyps or taking biopsies.

Healing Process

The complications might include post-procedure conditions such as minimum distress, bloating and gas. These may be tolerated with drug therapy and bed rest. The patient should be able to regain normal activities in 1-2 days, fully recover from the procedure in 3-5 days, and get well enough to be allowed for discharge a week after treatment.

FAQ

Will circumcision affect fertility in males?

No, circumcision will not affect fertility in males. It is the simple procedure of removing extra foreskin covering the tip of the penis. The foreskin is not associated with male fertility. Removing the foreskin helps in reducing the risk of infections in males like urinary tract infections, STDs, recurring infections and helps in maintaining better personal hygiene.

Which age is suitable for circumcision?

Circumcision can be done in infants, boys and adults. It is not an age-specific procedure. But the circumcision procedure in infants takes less time for the whole procedure ( about 10 minutes ) and less healing time ( about 5-7 days ). In adults, this procedure can take 30- 60 minutes and can take 10-15 days to heal completely.
The final results of the procedure are the same and equally effective, irrespective of the age of the patient.

Can foreskin of penis regrow?

No, the foreskin of the penis cannot regrow after the circumcision procedure. In the circumcision procedure, after removing the excess of the foreskin of the penis, the remaining short skin is reattached to the penis below the tip of the penis. There is no chance of the remaining foreskin regrowth with age.

What helps a circumcision wound heal faster?

After circumcision in infants on the tip of the penis, petroleum jelly is applied to decrease the sensitivity and protect the glans penis from irritation due to diaper friction.

Adults or boys are advised to change the dressing regularly and clean the wound regularly. Sexual activity must be avoided till the complete healing of the penis. After healing regular and proper personal hygiene must be maintained.

What are the complications of circumcision?

The main complications of circumcision are:

Pain and bleeding
Infection of the surgical wound
Side effects of anaesthesia in rare cases
If the foreskin is trimmed too short or left too long, it can result in additional issues and complications of the foreskin.
Circumcision scars as wound healing complication
Improper reattachment of the foreskin can be very uncomfortable and may require more surgery.

Is circumcision painful?

YThe circumcision procedure is painless as it is performed under the effect of anaesthesia but after this procedure, the patient might feel mild pain. For this post-surgery pain, medications and medicated dressings are prescribed by the doctor and the patient is advised to keep the area clean and dry.

In case of severe pain with or without discharge of blood, consult the doctor as soon as possible.

Is it a bloodless and painless procedure?

Yes, ALISKLAMP is nearly a bloodless and painless procedure. In this procedure, the foreskin of the penis is pressed at a 360 angle which also presses the nerves and blood vessels resulting in a painless and bloodless circumcision. After the circumcision procedure, there might be some bleeding and pain at the site of the wound for which medications and topical dressings are prescribed by the surgeon.