Gastrointestinal Surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital

Gastrointestinal Surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital provides specialized surgical evaluation and treatment for a wide range of digestive system conditions involving the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, rectum, liver, pancreas and related gastrointestinal structures. Surgical care may include minimally invasive procedures, complex gastrointestinal operations, cancer surgery and multidisciplinary treatment planning.

Price

Why Price on Request?

The cost depends on the type and complexity of surgery, diagnostic testing, anesthesia, hospital stay, pathology, medications and postoperative care required. A personalized estimate can be provided according to the patient's surgical plan.

Complete Description

What Is Gastrointestinal Surgery?

Gastrointestinal surgery involves operative treatment of conditions affecting the digestive tract and related abdominal organs.

Depending on the diagnosis, surgery may be performed using open, laparoscopic or other minimally invasive techniques.

Who May Need Gastrointestinal Surgery?

Surgical evaluation may be recommended for patients with:

• Gastrointestinal tumors

• Colon or rectal disease

• Intestinal obstruction

• Complex gastrointestinal disorders

• Severe inflammatory bowel disease

• Gastrointestinal bleeding

• Certain esophageal disorders

• Stomach conditions

• Selected liver and pancreatic diseases

Gastrointestinal Surgical Consultation

Before surgery, specialists may review:

• Symptoms

• Medical history

• Previous procedures

• Imaging

• Endoscopy reports

• Colonoscopy findings

• Pathology

• Laboratory results

• Previous treatments

Esophageal Surgery

Selected patients may require surgery for conditions affecting the esophagus, including certain tumors and complex structural disorders.

Stomach Surgery

Surgical treatment may be considered for selected:

• Stomach tumors

• Structural abnormalities

• Complicated gastrointestinal conditions

• Other conditions requiring operative management

Small Intestinal Surgery

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

• Obstruction

• Tumors

• Complications of inflammatory bowel disease

• Other structural disorders

Colon Surgery

Colorectal surgeons may perform operations for:

• Colon cancer

• Complex polyps

• Inflammatory bowel disease

• Obstruction

• Other significant colon disorders

Rectal Surgery

Specialized rectal surgery may be considered for:

• Rectal cancer

• Complex rectal disease

• Selected inflammatory bowel complications

• Other structural conditions

Gastrointestinal Cancer Surgery

Surgical oncology may be involved in treatment of selected cancers affecting the:

• Esophagus

• Stomach

• Small intestine

• Colon

• Rectum

• Liver

• Pancreas

Treatment may be coordinated with medical oncology and radiation oncology when appropriate.

Minimally Invasive Gastrointestinal Surgery

Selected procedures may be performed using minimally invasive approaches, potentially involving:

• Laparoscopic surgery

• Other advanced minimally invasive techniques

The appropriate approach depends on the patient's condition and surgical requirements.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease Surgery

Surgery may be considered for selected patients with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis who develop complications or require operative treatment.

Intestinal Obstruction Surgery

Patients with certain forms of intestinal obstruction may require urgent or planned surgical evaluation depending on the underlying cause and severity.

Complex Gastrointestinal Surgery

Patients with complicated gastrointestinal conditions may receive coordinated evaluation involving multiple surgical and medical specialists.

Preoperative Evaluation

Before surgery, patients may undergo:

• Blood tests

• Imaging

• Endoscopy

• Colonoscopy

• Cardiac or other medical evaluation when appropriate

• Anesthesia assessment

Postoperative Care

After surgery, care may include:

• Pain management

• Nutrition support

• Wound care

• Mobility guidance

• Medication management

• Monitoring for complications

• Follow-up appointments

Multidisciplinary Gastrointestinal Care

Complex surgical cases may involve:

• Gastrointestinal surgeons

• Colorectal surgeons

• Gastroenterologists

• Medical oncologists

• Radiation oncologists

• Radiologists

• Pathologists

• Nutrition specialists

• Anesthesiology teams

Gastrointestinal Surgery Second Opinion

Patients may seek specialist review of:

• Proposed surgery

• Imaging

• Endoscopy results

• Pathology

• Cancer staging

• Surgical alternatives

• Minimally invasive options

• Previous surgical recommendations

International Patients

International patients should provide:

• CT/MRI scans

• Endoscopy/colonoscopy reports

• Pathology results

• Laboratory tests

• Previous surgical records

• Medication list

• Oncology reports when applicable

Benefits of Specialized Gastrointestinal Surgery

Specialized surgical services may provide:

• Comprehensive surgical evaluation

• Minimally invasive options when appropriate

• Complex gastrointestinal surgery

• Cancer surgery

• Colorectal surgery

• Multidisciplinary treatment planning

• Postoperative follow-up

Why Choose Massachusetts General Hospital for Gastrointestinal Surgery?

Massachusetts General Hospital provides specialized gastrointestinal surgical care supported by gastroenterology, colorectal surgery, surgical oncology, advanced imaging, pathology and medical oncology, allowing complex digestive conditions to be evaluated and treated through a multidisciplinary approach.

Cost & Price on Request

Price: Price on Request

Potential costs may include:

• Surgical consultation

• Preoperative testing

• Imaging

• Endoscopy or colonoscopy

• Anesthesia

• Surgical procedure

• Pathology

• Hospitalization

• Medications

• Postoperative care

• Follow-up consultations

A personalized cost estimate should be requested according to the specific surgical procedure.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What conditions can gastrointestinal surgery treat?

Gastrointestinal surgery may be used for selected cancers, intestinal obstructions, inflammatory bowel complications, tumors and other structural digestive conditions.

2. Are minimally invasive surgical options available?

For selected conditions, minimally invasive approaches such as laparoscopic surgery may be appropriate.

3. Is surgery available for gastrointestinal cancer?

Yes. Selected gastrointestinal cancers may require surgical treatment as part of a multidisciplinary cancer care plan.

4. Can I get a second opinion before surgery?

Yes. Patients can seek specialist review of imaging, pathology and proposed surgical treatment.

5. How much does gastrointestinal surgery cost?

Price is available on request. Costs depend on the surgical procedure, complexity, anesthesia, hospitalization, pathology and postoperative care.

Product Details

Product Name: Gastrointestinal Surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital

Hospital: Massachusetts General Hospital

Brand: Massachusetts General Hospital

Country: United States

Specialty: Gastroenterology & Hepatology

Service Type: Gastrointestinal Surgery

Customer-Facing Price: Price on Request

International Patients: Available

Location: Boston, Massachusetts, USA