Colectomy Surgery – When and Why It’s Needed
Colectomy is a surgical procedure that is done to treat various grave digestive tract conditions like diverticulitis, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and colon cancer....
Colostomy: Purpose, Procedure and Care Tips
What is Colostomy?
A colostomy is a surgical procedure in which a portion of the large intestine (colon) is redirected through an opening in the...
Cholangiocarcinoma: Symptoms, Risks & Treatment Explained
Cholangiocarcinoma is a rare neoplasm that affects your bile duct. It is characterized by abdominal pain, a yellow discoloration of the skin, and weight...
Esophageal Adenocarcinoma: Symptoms, Risks & Treatment
Esophageal adenocarcinoma is a type of esophageal cancer that arises from the glandular cells in the lower part of the esophagus, near the junction...
Barium Swallow: A Key Diagnostic Tool for Digestive Health
A Barium Swallow is a special type of X-ray scan that allows doctors to look inside your esophagus, a pipe-like organ connecting your mouth with...
Cholangiography: Exploring Bile Duct Imaging and Its Uses
Cholangiography is a technique that your doctor uses to take images of the biliary tree with the help of X-rays after injecting a contrast...
