Gastrointestinal Surgery at Cleveland Clinic

Gastrointestinal Surgery provides specialized surgical treatment for selected conditions affecting the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, rectum and other parts of the gastrointestinal system. Surgical planning is individualized according to the diagnosis, disease severity, anatomy, previous treatment and overall health.

Price

Price on Request

Why Price on Request?

The cost varies according to the type and complexity of surgery, diagnostic testing, surgical technique, anesthesia, hospitalization, pathology and postoperative care. A personalized cost estimate can be provided after specialist assessment.

Complete Description

What Is Gastrointestinal Surgery?

Gastrointestinal surgery involves procedures used to treat selected diseases and disorders affecting the digestive tract.

It may involve:

• Esophagus

• Stomach

• Small intestine

• Colon

• Rectum

• Other gastrointestinal structures

Who May Need Gastrointestinal Surgery?

Surgical evaluation may be appropriate for patients with:

• Gastrointestinal cancers

• Complex digestive disorders

• Intestinal obstruction

• Gastrointestinal bleeding

• Inflammatory bowel disease complications

• Certain benign gastrointestinal conditions

• Conditions requiring removal or repair of digestive organs

Gastrointestinal Surgical Evaluation

Before surgery, specialists may review:

• Medical history

• Symptoms

• Previous treatments

• Imaging

• Endoscopy results

• Biopsy and pathology

• Laboratory results

• Previous surgical history

Esophageal Surgery

Selected conditions affecting the esophagus may require surgical treatment.

Evaluation may include conditions such as:

• Esophageal cancer

• Structural abnormalities

• Severe reflux-related disease

• Other complex esophageal disorders

Stomach Surgery

Gastric surgery may be considered for selected:

• Stomach cancers

• Complex gastric conditions

• Gastrointestinal disorders requiring surgical treatment

The procedure depends on the underlying diagnosis.

Small Intestinal Surgery

Surgery may be required for selected conditions involving the small intestine, including:

• Intestinal obstruction

• Tumors

• Complications of inflammatory bowel disease

• Other structural disorders

Colorectal Surgery

Colorectal surgery may be used to treat selected conditions involving the colon and rectum, including:

• Colorectal cancer

• Complicated inflammatory bowel disease

• Intestinal obstruction

• Other colorectal disorders

Gastrointestinal Cancer Surgery

Surgery can be an important component of treatment for selected gastrointestinal cancers.

Depending on the cancer, treatment may involve:

• Surgical removal

• Oncology treatment

• Radiation therapy

• Multidisciplinary cancer care

Inflammatory Bowel Disease Surgery

Selected patients with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis may require surgery because of complications or disease that does not respond adequately to medical treatment.

Minimally Invasive Gastrointestinal Surgery

Selected gastrointestinal operations may be performed using minimally invasive techniques.

Potential approaches include:

• Laparoscopic surgery

• Robotic-assisted surgery

The appropriate technique depends on the diagnosis and surgical requirements.

Complex Gastrointestinal Surgery

Patients with complicated gastrointestinal disease may require multidisciplinary surgical planning involving:

• Gastrointestinal surgeons

• Gastroenterologists

• Oncologists

• Radiologists

• Pathologists

• Other specialists

Preoperative Assessment

Before surgery, patients may undergo:

• Blood testing

• Imaging

• Endoscopy

• Pathology review

• Medical evaluation

• Anesthesia assessment

• Medication review

Postoperative Care

After gastrointestinal surgery, patients may receive care focused on:

• Pain management

• Nutrition

• Wound care

• Digestive function

• Mobility

• Medication

• Recovery monitoring

• Follow-up

Gastrointestinal Surgery Second Opinion

Patients may seek a gastrointestinal surgery second opinion regarding:

• Need for surgery

• Surgical approach

• Cancer surgery

• Colorectal surgery

• Esophageal surgery

• Stomach surgery

• Inflammatory bowel disease surgery

• Minimally invasive options

Relevant imaging, pathology and medical records can be reviewed.

International Patient Gastrointestinal Surgery

International patients seeking gastrointestinal surgery in the United States should provide relevant medical documentation whenever available.

Useful records may include:

• CT or MRI scans

• Endoscopy reports

• Colonoscopy reports

• Biopsy and pathology results

• Laboratory results

• Previous surgical reports

• Oncology records

• Medication history

Complete documentation can help specialists determine the appropriate surgical pathway.

Benefits of Specialized Gastrointestinal Surgery

Specialized gastrointestinal surgery may help:

• Treat selected digestive diseases

• Remove gastrointestinal tumors

• Manage intestinal obstruction

• Treat selected complications of inflammatory bowel disease

• Address complex gastrointestinal conditions

• Provide minimally invasive surgical options

• Coordinate multidisciplinary treatment

• Provide specialist surgical second opinions

Why Choose Cleveland Clinic for Gastrointestinal Surgery?

Cleveland Clinic provides multidisciplinary gastrointestinal care involving surgeons, gastroenterologists, oncologists, radiologists, pathologists and other specialists.

Patients can undergo comprehensive evaluation to determine whether surgery is appropriate and which surgical approach best fits their individual condition.

Cost & Price on Request

Price: Price on Request

Potential costs may include:

• Surgical consultation

• Preoperative testing

• Imaging

• Endoscopy

• Pathology

• Gastrointestinal surgery

• Anesthesia

• Hospitalization

• Postoperative care

• Follow-up consultations

A personalized cost estimate can be requested following specialist assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What conditions can gastrointestinal surgery treat?

Gastrointestinal surgery may treat selected cancers, intestinal obstruction, inflammatory bowel disease complications and other complex disorders affecting the digestive tract.

2. Is gastrointestinal surgery always performed through a large incision?

No. Selected procedures may be performed using minimally invasive laparoscopic or robotic-assisted techniques.

3. Can gastrointestinal surgery be used to treat cancer?

Yes. Surgery may be an important part of treatment for selected gastrointestinal cancers.

4. Can I get a gastrointestinal surgery second opinion at Cleveland Clinic?

Patients may request specialist review of their diagnosis, imaging, pathology and proposed surgical plan, subject to Cleveland Clinic's evaluation and appointment requirements.

5. Can international patients receive gastrointestinal surgery at Cleveland Clinic?

International patients may request evaluation and treatment subject to Cleveland Clinic's international patient processes, medical requirements and appointment availability.

Product Details

Product Name: Gastrointestinal Surgery

Hospital: Cleveland Clinic

Brand: Cleveland Clinic

Country: United States

Specialty: Digestive Diseases / Gastroenterology

Service Type: Gastrointestinal Surgery

Customer-Facing Price: Price on Request

International Patients: Subject to applicable eligibility and appointment requirements

Location: Cleveland, Ohio, United States