stricture dilation & hemoclip application
What is stricture dilation & hemoclip application?
Stricture dilation: Expanding narrowed areas in the food pipe or intestine.
Hemoclip application: Special clips applied via endoscopy to stop bleeding.
When is it Needed?
* Narrowing of esophagus or intestine causing swallowing difficulty
* GI bleeding from ulcers or tears
When to Consult a Doctor?
If you have trouble swallowing, repeated vomiting, or blood in stools/vomit, consult immediately
What Stricture dilation & Hemoclip application Can Detect?
Stricture Dilation
- What it is:
A procedure that uses balloons to stretch and open abnormal narrowing (strictures) in the esophagus or other parts of the gastrointestinal tract.
- What it treats:
Esophageal strictures, which can be caused by inflammation, fibrosis, or tumors.
- Symptoms it addresses:
Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.
- Examples of Strictures Treated:Peptic strictures, Schatzki rings, esophageal webs, and benign strictures associated with conditions like Crohn’s disease.
Hemoclip Application
- What they are: Small metal clips deployed through an endoscope.
- What they are used for:
- Hemostasis (Stopping Bleeding): Closing actively bleeding vessels, such as from Mallory-Weiss tears, varices, or post-polypectomy bleeding.
- Sealing Perforations: Closing small perforations in the intestinal wall.
- Managing Leaks: Securing anastomotic leaks after surgical procedures like low anterior resection.
- Other Uses: Marking lesions, aiding in the management of polyps, or temporarily marking a feeding tube site.
- Hemostasis (Stopping Bleeding): Closing actively bleeding vessels, such as from Mallory-Weiss tears, varices, or post-polypectomy bleeding.
Benefits of Stricture dilation & Hemoclip application:
✅ Relieves blockages safely
✅ Stops bleeding without surgery
✅ Improves swallowing and digestion
Why Choose Us:
At Sri Manikanta Hospital, We ensure safe and effective procedures with advanced endoscopic tools.