Ulcerative Colitis

At Complete Gastro Care Hospital, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care for patients with ulcerative colitis (UC), a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that affects the colon and rectum. Our specialized team of gastroenterologists and colorectal surgeons offers a wide range of services aimed at managing UC symptoms, preventing complications, and improving the quality of life for our patients.

Diagnostic Services: 

Diagnosing ulcerative colitis begins with a thorough evaluation, which may include a review of medical history, physical examination, blood tests, stool tests, and imaging studies such as colonoscopy and CT scans. These diagnostic tools help our specialists determine the extent and severity of the disease.

Medical Management

Our hospital provides personalized treatment plans based on the individual needs and condition of each patient. Medical management may include

  • Anti-inflammatory Medications: Prescribed to reduce inflammation in the colon and control symptoms.

  • Immunosuppressants: Used to suppress the immune system and prevent flare-ups.

  • Biologic Therapies: Targeted treatments that block specific proteins involved in the inflammatory process.

Surgical Options

For patients with severe ulcerative colitis or those who do not respond to medical therapy, surgical intervention may be recommended. Common surgeries include:

  • Total Proctocolectomy with Ileal Pouch-Anal Anastomosis (IPAA): This procedure involves removing the entire colon and rectum and creating a pouch from the small intestine that is connected to the anus. It allows for bowel movements without the need for a permanent ileostomy bag.

  • Colectomy with End Ileostomy: In cases where an IPAA is not suitable, a colectomy may be performed, which involves removing the colon and rectum and creating an end ileostomy. This procedure requires the placement of an external ileostomy bag to collect waste.

  • Strictureplasty: Used to widen areas of narrowing (strictures) in the colon without removing tissue. This may be performed to alleviate bowel obstruction in some cases.