Lipoma Removal
Introduction A lipoma is a soft, fatty lump that grows under the skin. It is harmless and can usually be left alone. Lipomas can occur on any area of skin where there are fat cells, but are usually seen on the shoulders, neck, chest, arms and back. They range from the size of a pea to a few centimetres across, and they grow very slowly. About 1 in 100 people develop a lipoma, so they are fairly common. It is unusual to develop...
Exploratory Laparotomy
By definition, an exploratory laparotomy is a laparotomy performed with the objective of obtaining information that is not available via clinical diagnostic methods. It is usually performed in patients with acute or unexplained abdominal pain, in patients who have sustained abdominal trauma, and occasionally for staging in patients with a malignancy. Once the underlying pathology has been determined, an exploratory laparotomy may...
Laparoscopy
Introduction A laparoscopy is a type of surgical procedure that allows a surgeon to access the inside of the abdomen and pelvis without having to make large incisions in the skin. It is also known as keyhole surgery. Laparoscopy is minimally invasive. This is made possible with an instrument called a laparoscope. Laparoscope A laparoscope is a small tube that consists of a ligh t source and a camera. The camera relays images of...
Laceration Repair (Cuts and grazes)
Introduction Cuts and grazes are a common type of injury and, in most cases, do not pose a threat to health. Treating minor cuts and grazes Most cuts and grazes are minor and can be easily treated at home. Cleaning them thoroughly and covering them with a plaster or dressing is all that is needed. Stopping the bleeding If your cut or graze is bleeding heavily or is on a particularly delicate area of your body, such as the palm of your...
Ileostomy
Introduction An ileostomy is a surgical procedure to link the end of the small intestine to an opening in the abdomen (stoma) or to an internal pouch. In an ileostomy, the end of the small intestine (the ileum) is disconnected from the colon (large intestine) and re-routed through a hole made in the abdomen, which is known as a stoma. An external bag (stoma bag) is attached to the opening to collect waste products. Alternatively, an...
About Me
Dr. Bimal Shah is the senior most General & Laparoscopic surgeon in Mira – Bhayandar with largest series of operations. He also consults at Borivali – Dahisar. He believes in ethical practice & is available at only trust hospitals. He passed out from KEM hospital, Mumbai in 1993 and was a lecturer training newer surgeons & medical students till 1998. View biodata >>>
