What is Total Gastrectomy?

Surgical removal of the entire stomach primarily for stomach cancer

What type of anesthesia is used?

Total Gastrectomy is typically performed under General anesthesia. Your anaesthetist will review your health history, medications, and allergies before the procedure to ensure safety.

What is the recovery time?

Most patients recover within 6-8 weeks, though this varies by individual health, age, and compliance with physiotherapy. Light activities can usually resume within a few weeks; full recovery takes longer.

What are the risks of Total Gastrectomy?

As with any surgical procedure, risks include bleeding, infection, anaesthesia reactions, and rare complications such as injury to adjacent structures. Your surgeon will discuss your personal risk profile during the consent process.

What is the success rate of Total Gastrectomy?

Total Gastrectomy has a documented success rate of 80% when performed by qualified surgeons at accredited hospitals. Outcomes depend on the patient's overall health, disease severity, and adherence to post-operative care.

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Q: Who needs Total Gastrectomy?

Total Gastrectomy is recommended when non-surgical treatments have failed, when the condition significantly affects quality of life, or when imaging confirms the need for intervention. Your General Surgery surgeon will assess your suitability after a detailed consultation.

General Surgery · Gastrointestinal

4-6 hours

Duration

10-14 days

Hospital Stay

6-8 weeks

Recovery

₹2,50,000+

Cost

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📝Pre-operative Preparation for Total Gastrectomy

1Complete pre-operative blood tests, ECG, chest X-ray, and specialist clearance
2Fast (nothing to eat or drink) for at least 6–8 hours before the procedure
3Disclose all medications, herbal supplements, and allergies to your surgical team
4Stop blood-thinning medications (aspirin, warfarin) as advised by your surgeon
5Arrange for an adult companion to drive you home and assist for 24–48 hours

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