Laparoscopic small bowel resection and anastomosis in Bhakkar

What it is

Small bowel resection is surgery to remove a diseased or blocked section of the small intestine. Anastomosis is the step that joins the two remaining healthy ends back together so food can pass through normally.

How the procedure works

Dr. Shehryar Niazi works through a few small keyhole incisions, with a camera and fine instruments to reach the small intestine. The affected segment is removed and the healthy ends are stitched or stapled together in the same operation.

Benefits

Small keyhole cuts instead of one large wound
Less pain and lower infection risk
Shorter hospital stay and faster return to daily life

Who it is for

This surgery suits people with Crohn's disease, small bowel tumours, strictures, blockages, or a damaged segment from injury or poor blood supply. Suitability depends on your diagnosis and overall health, which Dr. Shehryar Niazi confirms during consultation.

Recovery

Most patients are up and walking within a day and go home in a few days once the bowel starts working again. Full recovery and a return to normal food take a few weeks, with follow-up visits to check healing.

The experience with Dr. Shehryar Niazi in Bhakkar

Care begins with a consultation at Brigadier Shafiq Trust Hospital, where Dr. Shehryar Niazi reviews your history, explains the options and answers your questions. Surgery and follow-up are handled by the same team, so you deal with familiar faces at every step.

For more information or to book an appointment, contact the clinic on +92 318 7801855.

Frequently asked questions

Is small bowel resection a major surgery?

Yes, it is a major abdominal operation done under general anaesthesia, though the laparoscopic approach makes it gentler on the body than open surgery. Most people still need a short hospital stay and a few weeks to recover fully.

How long after small bowel resection can you eat?

Many patients start with sips of clear fluids within a day or two, once the bowel shows signs of working again. Solid food is added back slowly over the following days, as your surgeon advises.

What are the long term side effects of small bowel resection?

Most people who keep enough healthy intestine recover well with few lasting problems. When a large length is removed, some have looser stools or trouble absorbing certain nutrients and vitamins, which is managed with diet changes and supplements.