Liver transplant surgery is an essential life-saving procedure for individuals suffering from advanced liver disease, cirrhosis, or acute liver failure when other treatment options have failed. This surgery involves replacing a damaged or diseased liver with a healthy one, which...
A liver transplant is often considered a last but life-saving option for individuals suffering from severe or end-stage liver disease. Although the journey can seem overwhelming, gaining a clear understanding of the process—from evaluation, meeting eligibility requirements, and donor matching,...
Undergoing a liver transplant is a major milestone—and for many patients, it offers a second chance at life. However, life after liver transplant requires commitment, patience, and long-term care. Understanding the recovery process and adopting healthy habits are essential for...
Gastrointestinal (GI) Disorders
Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders affect millions of people worldwide and can range from mild, temporary discomfort to serious chronic illnesses. These disorders impact the digestive tract, which includes the oesophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine (colon), rectum, and anus....
Robotic Whipple's surgery, or robotic pancreaticoduodenectomy, is a groundbreaking advancement in the surgical treatment of pancreatic diseases. This complex procedure, traditionally performed through open surgery, has been revolutionized by robotic systems, offering numerous benefits such as enhanced precision, reduced recovery...
Robotic liver surgery represents a significant advancement in the field of hepatic surgery, offering numerous benefits over traditional methods. This cutting-edge technique utilizes robotic systems to enhance the precision, dexterity, and control of surgeons, leading to improved patient outcomes and...
Reflections on the First 100 Robotic Surgeries: Advancing Surgical Precision with the da Vinci Robot
As a team specializing in complex liver, hepatobiliary pancreatic, upper GI, colorectal, hernia, and abdominal wall reconstruction surgeries, we have had the privilege of conducting the initial 100 surgeries utilizing the state-of-the-art da Vinci Surgical System. This cutting-edge technology has...
How Robotic Surgery is Transforming GI Cancer Treatment
GI cancer stands for gastrointestinal cancer, which refers to a group of cancers that affect the digestive system. This includes cancers of the oesophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, rectum, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas.
The most common types of GI cancers are...
Fatty liver, also known as hepatic steatosis, is a condition where excess fat accumulates in the liver. Normally, the liver contains some amount of fat, but when the amount of fat exceeds 5% to 10% of the liver's weight, it...
Treatment for swallowing disorders caused by muscular issues, including esophageal spasms, involves a surgery called “peroral endoscopic myotomy” (POEM). POEM procedures use an endoscope which is a narrow flexible tube with a camera and it is inserted through the mouth...
Liver transplantation is recommended for people with end-stage liver disease or acute liver failure. End-stage liver disease is a condition in which the liver has become so severely damaged that it can no longer function properly. Acute liver failure, on...
What is an Inguinal Hernia?
A hernia may be a protrusion of some of the contents of the abdomen into the groin area. It is a common problem in children, particularly seen in boys. This occurs because there is an area...
Mrs Jayashree who was diagnosed with Acute pancreatitis shares her journey with the disease and expresses her gratitude towards Dr Sadiq Saleem Sikora and his team for the support and diligent treatment provided.
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Dr Sadiq Gave Me A New Life Says Patient Kamala Prasanna After The Surgery
All praises would fall short to describe how wonderful Dr. Sadiq S Sikora really is. I would remain highly indebted to him for giving me a new life. Not only is he the best GI surgeon in Bangalore, but he is also extremely patient, soft-spoken and ki...
I had multiple health issues .. but doctors were very precise with their treatment plan.
I was undergoing treatment at Delhi for last 6 months, but my daughter advised me to come to Sakra World Hospital, Bangalore and meet the Gastro team here. 27th Feb I came from Assam and had a discussion with Dr. Dinesh Kini about my condition ...
5 year old Kuhi Medhi gets a new lease on life
We all know about how a mother's love can move mountains. In this case, her mother's love and sacrifice saved young Ms. Kuhi Medhi from Assam. Listen to her heartwarming story of survival in this video.
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I am very happy to inform that my deceased donor liver transplant surgery went successfully on 25/03/2018. I was treated with the utmost care by the higher management, doctors, and other staff from the first day of my stay as I was a liver transplant...
Testimonial by S. Sreenivasulu
This is to thank Dr Dinesh Kini and Dr Kishore for the excellent treatment my father received from both their hands at Sakra World Hospital. He went through an endoscopy which was not only successful but also punctual and hassle-free. He is all hale ...