Overview

Medical Gastroenterology at Baby Memorial Hospital, Kannur offers comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic services for a wide spectrum of gastrointestinal conditions. Our department is equipped with advanced endoscopic technology and led by experienced gastroenterologists who specialize in minimally invasive, patient-centric procedures.

Key procedures include Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) for nutritional support, polypectomy and argon plasma coagulation for polyp removal and GI bleeding management, and foreign body removal from the digestive tract. We perform self-expandable metallic stenting for strictures in the esophagus, duodenum, and colon, as well as advanced dilatation techniques for achalasia cardia and esophageal narrowing.

We also offer colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, upper GI endoscopy, and screening endoscopies for early detection of GI diseases and cancers. Complex procedures like Endoscopic Variceal Ligation (EVL), ERCP stent removal, and hemostasis for active bleeding are handled with utmost precision.

The department supports accurate diagnosis through services like Rapid Urease Test for H. pylori and side-view scopy for detailed biliary evaluations.

With a focus on safety, efficiency, and evidence-based care, our gastro team ensures high-quality outcomes for both routine and complex gastrointestinal conditions.