General Surgery Consultant

◼️Saudi Board in General Surgery

◼️Fellowship in advanced liver, bile duct and pancreas oncology and endoscopic surgery from Australia and Italy

◼️I offer my services in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Procedure indications:

• Gallstones: They may result in a blockage in the cystic duct, causing severe pain and inflammation
• Cholecystitis: If there is acute or chronic inflammation of the gallbladder

Description of the procedure:

• This procedure can be done in one day
• The gallbladder is removed laparoscopically under general anesthesia
• The recovery period is usually 7-14 days, after which the patient can return to their normal life with some instructions

Exploration of the bile ducts is a surgical procedure typically performed in two situations:

• Failure to remove bile duct stones using an upper endoscopy
• Presence of a previous surgery, such as a bowel diversion or bypass

The recovery period ranges from 2-4 weeks, depending on the complexities associated with the patient's condition and the type of surgery.

Indications for the procedure:

• Congenital anomalies that cause persistent obstruction or increase the likelihood of bile duct tumors
• Strictures resulting from previous surgeries such as gallbladder or bile duct removal, and others
• Bile duct tumors

Procedure Description:

• Initial assessment in the surgery clinic to review the patient's medical history and perform the necessary tests
• The procedure is performed laparoscopically or through open surgery under general anesthesia, depending on the patient's condition
• Surgeries may require resection of the bile duct, or part of the liver or pancreas, depending on the location of the problem.

Procedure Indications:

• Benign tumors: In this case, the patient may resort to surgery to remove the tumor that may affect liver function, cause disturbing symptoms, or that may turn into a malignant disease.
• Malignant tumors: Include primary liver cancer (originates from the liver itself) or secondary liver cancer (spread of cancer from another area to the liver)
• Liver cysts: Simple, parasitic, and neoplastic
• Intrahepatic bile duct stones

Procedure Description:

• Initial assessment in the surgery clinic to review the patient's medical history and perform the necessary tests
• The procedure is performed laparoscopically or through open surgery under general anesthesia, depending on the patient's condition and diagnosis
• Cases of malignant liver tumors may require the case to be presented to the tumor board discussion committee to make joint and appropriate decisions regarding the treatment plan

Pancreatic diseases and tumors surgery covers the treatment of:

• Acute and chronic pancreatitis and their complications: Most cases are treated conservatively without surgery, except in certain cases such as gallbladder removal or treatment of complications of inflammation
• Malignant pancreatic tumors
• Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors
• Pancreatic cysts

Procedure Description:

• Initial assessment in the surgery clinic to review the patient's medical history and perform the necessary tests
• In cases of tumors, resection surgeries vary between removing the head of the pancreas or the body and tail of the pancreas, depending on the diagnosis
• The surgical procedure is always performed under general anesthesia
• Surgeries for malignant or neuroendocrine pancreatic tumors may require the case to be presented to the tumor board discussion committee to make joint and appropriate decisions regarding the treatment plan

Surgery Indications:

• Enlarged spleen: The spleen can become abnormally enlarged due to various reasons such as chronic infections, cancerous tumors, or genetic disorders
• Immune system disorders: In some cases, the spleen is removed to manage immune system disorders like thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) or autoimmune diseases
• Splenic tumors: In emergency situations resulting from injuries or accidents.

Description of the procedure:

• Initial assessment in the surgeon's clinic: This involves reviewing the patient's medical history and performing necessary tests
• Vaccinations: Receiving the required vaccinations to strengthen the immune system two weeks before surgery is recommended
• Spleen removal: The spleen is usually removed laparoscopically (minimally invasive surgery). Open surgery might be necessary in specific situations
• Anesthesia: The procedure is performed under general anesthesia

The Duodenum and Small Intestine surgery addresses a variety of conditions:

• Complications of duodenal ulcers: This includes bleeding or perforation
• Tumors and polyps of the duodenum and small intestine: These can be benign or malignant
• Duodenal obstruction: This can be caused by chronic inflammation, external compression from a blood vessel or surrounding tissue tumors
• Intestinal adhesions and obstructions: These can result from infections or previous surgeries

Description of the Procedure:

• Initial assessment in the clinic with necessary tests: This helps determine the cause and severity of the problem
• Surgery under general anesthesia (if needed): Not all cases require surgery
• Type of surgery depends on the findings: Adhesiolysis: Breaking down adhesions that restrict normal intestinal movement
• Bowel resection and anastomosis: Removing a portion of the intestine and reconnecting the remaining sections (used for tumors or obstructions)
• Complex procedures: These might involve intestinal bypass surgery or partial pancreatectomy (removal of part of the pancreas)
• Laparoscopic or open surgery depending on the condition 

Handling the following:

• Malignant colon tumors
• Inflammation and bleeding of diverticula of the colon
• Colon obstructions resulting from adhesions, volvulus, or other

Procedure Indications:

• Hemorrhoids: Surgery is considered when conservative treatment fails and symptoms persist, especially in cases of third- or fourth-degree hemorrhoids or continuous bleeding.
• Anal Fistula: Surgery is necessary for persistent symptoms such as bleeding, purulent discharge, swelling, or pain. The complexity of the fistula determines the surgical approach, which can range from simple procedures to more complex operations that may require multiple sessions.
• Fissure: This is an option for chronic fissures or when conservative treatment with topical medications or injections fails. The goal of surgery is to relax the muscle in the affected area to stimulate healing and relieve symptoms.

Recovery:

The healing period typically ranges from two to four weeks. However, patients can usually return to work within one to two weeks after surgery.

Treated Conditions:

• Fibroadenoma and its removal
• Breast cysts
• Mastitis (inflammation of the breast)
• Breast abscess
• Pathological nipple discharge (bloody or milky in non-lactating women)

Surgery:

Most breast surgeries are performed as day surgeries and do not require hospitalization.

A pilonidal sinus is an infected tract or tunnel that forms in the skin near the top of the buttocks crease, usually between 4 and 5 centimeters above the anus. It occurs when hair follicles become trapped under the skin, leading to inflammation and infection.

Indications for Surgery:

• Persistent inflammation or infection: If the pilonidal sinus is recurrent or does not respond to conservative treatment such as antibiotics, incision and drainage, or repeated packing, surgery may be necessary.
• Severe pain or discomfort: In cases where the pilonidal sinus causes significant pain or discomfort that interferes with daily activities, surgery can provide relief.
• Abscess formation: If an abscess forms within the pilonidal sinus, surgery is typically required to drain the pus and remove the infected tissue.