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The need for surgery of the esophagus, duodenum, stomach, colon, and intestines is assessed by medical history, general physical, and x ray after the patient swallows barium for maximum visibility.

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Q: How is the need for gasteroenterologic surgery assessed?
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Who performs gasteroenterologic surgery?

Gastroenterologic surgery is performed by urologists, internists, and other specialists in digestive diseases and disorders.


What is required before gasteroenterologic surgeries?

For most gasteroenterologic surgeries, whether laparoscopic or open, preoperative medications are given as well as general anesthesia. Food and drink are not allowed after midnight before the surgery


What advances have made gasteroenterologic surgery more successful?

The use of gastrointestinal endoscopy, laproscopy, computer tomography (CT) scan, and ultrasound has made the inspection of inaccessible organs possible without surgery,


What aftercare is required after simple gasteroenterologic surgerY?

For simple procedures like appendectomy and gallbladder surgery, patients stay in the hospital the night of surgery and may require extra days in the hospital; but they usually go home the next day.


How does the incidence of gasteroenterologic diseases differ among ethnic groups?

The incidence of gasteroenterologic diseases differs among ethnic groups. For instance, while gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is common in Caucasians, its incidence is lower among African Americans.


What cancers are assessed during second-look surgery?

ovarian cancer and colorectal cancer


Should someone have carotid artery surgery if they have copd and an aortic aneursysm?

If it is indicated you should have endarterectomy as some Surgeons can do this under a local anaesthetic. The best advise will be to be assessed by your Surgeon regarding fitness for surgery


Why do people need facial surgery?

Most people need corrective facial surgery in order to eat and chew. This is called functional surgery


What are the basics of a gastric surgery diet?

The first thing that you will need to do is consult with your doctor. He or she will explain everything that you will need to do in order to prepare for the surgery. You will need to go on a special diet after the surgery but not before.


Correct the grammar - service has assessed or the service have assessed?

service has assessed


Can a dog take his medication before surgery?

You need to check with the Veterinarian who is doing the surgery.


Do people like to have surgery?

No, as it is no fun. You have surgery when you need it, unless it is plastic surgery which is mostly a matter of personal taste.