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Illustration: a surgeon discusses an abdominal CT scan with a patient, with a model of the digestive system

Surgical division

Visceral & digestive surgery

Referral to the appropriate digestive surgeon for conditions of the abdomen and digestive system.

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About the specialty

Visceral and digestive surgery treats the organs of the abdomen: oesophagus, stomach, intestines, colon, rectum, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and abdominal wall.

Based on the file and the tests, the surgeon confirms the indication and the technique. Polycrabat Sevamed coordinates consultations, the hospital stay and follow-up with the referring doctor.

Main conditions treated

  • Abdominal wall hernias
  • Gallstones
  • Appendicitis
  • Conditions of the colon and rectum
  • Conditions of the stomach and oesophagus
  • Conditions of the liver and pancreas

Types of procedures and techniques

The techniques used and their indication are decided by the doctor, case by case. As a general guide:

  • Cholecystectomy
  • Hernia surgery
  • Digestive resections
  • Surgery of the anal region
  • Laparoscopy when the indication allows

The patient pathway

  1. 01
    Pre-operative assessmentReview of the medical file, available tests and the patient’s clinical situation.
  2. 02
    Referral to the right surgeonChoice of the specialist and facility best suited to the medical situation.
  3. 03
    SurgeryThe procedure is performed when the indication is confirmed by the medical team.
  4. 04
    Hospital stay and monitoringHospital stay and monitoring provided by the facility’s teams.
  5. 05
    Post-operative follow-upCheck-up consultations and recommendations from the care team.
  6. 06
    Continuity with the referring doctorRelevant information is sent to the doctor in the home country.

A multidisciplinary approach

Gastroenterologists, radiologists, anaesthesia and intensive care doctors and, if necessary, oncologists take part in the decision and follow-up. Gastroenterology often completes the assessment.

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International patients

Polycrabat Sevamed supports patients coming from abroad: file review, referral to a specialist, scheduling appointments, hospitalisation, coordination of the medical stay and continuity with the doctor in the home country.

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Second medical opinion

Have you already received a treatment proposal? You can send your medical file so that it can be referred to the expertise suited to your situation.

No automated diagnosis and no guaranteed timeframe: the file is reviewed by the medical team concerned.

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The information on this page is general and does not replace a doctor’s advice. The indication for a test, treatment or procedure is decided by the doctor after reviewing the file and examining the patient. The image at the top of the page is an illustration: it does not show real patients, teams or premises.

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