Cancer Prevention
Endoscopic Polypectomy
Painless snare removal of stomach or colon polyps during endoscopic examination.
Therapeutic Procedure
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About Endoscopic Polypectomy
Endoscopic Polypectomy is the therapeutic removal of polyps—abnormal tissue growths along the stomach or colon lining—during endoscopy or colonoscopy.
Using electrosurgical wire snares or biopsy forceps, polyps are severed painlessly at their base without any external skin cuts.
Because colon polyps can develop into malignancy over time, routine polypectomy is the single most effective method for preventing colon cancer.
Key Patient Benefits
Painless electrosurgical removal of polyps
Prevents progression to colorectal cancer
Retrieved tissue sent for histopathology analysis
Outpatient procedure with minimal recovery
Patient Preparation Instructions
1
Same prep as Colonoscopy or Upper GI Endoscopy.
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Discontinue blood thinning medications under medical advice.
Post-Procedure Care & Discharge Guidelines
Rest quietly for remainder of the day.
Avoid heavy physical exertion or lifting for 48 hours.
When do I know the results?Polyp removal confirmed visually. Histopathology biopsy analysis ready in 3 days.
Procedure Overview
Procedure Type:Therapeutic
Average Duration:20 - 30 minutes
Anesthesia / Sedation:Conscious Sedation
Department:Gastroenterology
Specialist Performing Procedure
Dr. Gursewak Singh
Director & Senior Consultant Gastroenterologist
MBBS, MD, DM Gastroenterology (PGI Chandigarh)