Standard Multi-Port Laparoscopy
Uses 3–5 small openings to insert a camera and specialised instruments for clear visibility.
Minimally invasive surgery
Laparoscopic surgery for GI cancer
Advanced laparoscopic surgery treats gastrointestinal cancers through small incisions, reducing trauma while supporting precise tumour removal and faster recovery.
Our surgical oncologists specialise in gastrointestinal cancers, combining advanced technology and experience to deliver precise, minimally invasive treatment tailored to your case.
Overview
Removing cancer through a few small incisions
Laparoscopic surgery uses a thin, flexible tube with a camera to remove cancerous tissue. For stomach, colon, rectal, or oesophageal cancers, it targets the tumour while protecting healthy tissue and minimising trauma. It works best when cancer is detected early or has not spread extensively.
Our team evaluates your scan results, tumour size, location, and overall health to determine whether laparoscopic surgery is appropriate or another approach would work better for you. We create a targeted treatment plan tailored to your case, giving you the strongest possible chance at recovery.
How it works
Techniques, the procedure and recovery
The right technique depends on where your cancer is located, how large it is, and what approach will work best for you.
Robot-Assisted Laparoscopy
The surgeon controls robotic instruments through a console, providing precision for hard-to-reach areas.
Single-Incision Laparoscopy
All instruments enter through one small opening near the belly button, leaving minimal visible scarring.
Hand-Assisted Laparoscopy
Combines laparoscopic instruments with a hands-on approach for greater control around larger or delicate tissue.
Laparoscopic surgery is straightforward, and our team will guide you through each step, answer your questions, and help you feel prepared.
The procedure usually takes 2–4 hours, depending on the type and complexity of the cancer. You’ll need to stop eating and drinking 8–12 hours before surgery.
During surgery, you’ll receive general anaesthesia, so you’ll be completely asleep and won’t feel anything.
The surgeon makes 3–5 small incisions in your abdomen.
A thin tube with a camera provides a clear view of the surgical area.
Specialised instruments are used to remove the cancerous tissue carefully.
Once the tumour is removed, the incisions are closed with stitches or surgical glue.
After the procedure, you’ll be moved to a recovery area while our team monitors you as the anaesthesia wears off. Some patients may have temporary drainage tubes. Most people stay in hospital for 3–7 days, depending on how their body responds.
Recovery from laparoscopic surgery is generally faster than open surgery, but your body still needs time to heal. Small incisions heal quickly, while your digestive system may take longer to adjust, especially when part of the stomach or intestine has been removed.
Most patients go home within a week and return to light activities in 2–3 weeks. Discomfort is usually manageable with medication, while your diet may progress gradually from liquids to solid foods as your body heals.
Full recovery, including returning to work and normal routines, typically takes 4–6 weeks, depending on the type of surgery.
Your care team will guide you through diet, activity, wound care, follow-up appointments, and each stage of recovery.
Risks
Risks and complications
Like any surgery, laparoscopic cancer surgery carries some risks, though they’re generally lower than open procedures.
Bleeding
Internal bleeding may require additional intervention.
Infection
Incision sites or internal areas can become infected.
Anastomotic leak
Leaks can occur where bowel or stomach segments are reconnected.
Blood clots
Deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism can occur, though rarely.
Organ damage
Nearby organs, blood vessels, or surrounding structures may be affected.
Open surgery conversion
Complications may require the surgeon to switch to open surgery.
Our team takes every precaution to minimise these risks and monitors you closely throughout your recovery.
Why SSO?
At SSO Hospitals, advanced technology meets specialised surgical expertise built through years of treating complex gastrointestinal cancers with minimally invasive techniques.
Our team includes surgical oncologists, gastroenterologists, dietitians, and physiotherapists who support treatment, recovery, dietary changes, and rebuilding strength after surgery.
Our specialists
Meet our specialists
World class expertise, Empathetic treatment
20+ YrsDr. Nilesh Chordiya
GI Oncology · Colorectal Cancer Surgery · Gynaecological Cancer Surgery · Minimally Invasive Cancer Surgery
SSO Cancer Hospital, Thane
8+ YrsDr. Veeresh Kumar Ireddy
Robotic Surgery · Minimally Invasive Cancer Surgery · GI & HPB Oncology · Breast Oncology · Thoracic Oncology · Gynaecological Oncology · Cytoreductive Surgery & HIPEC
SSO Cancer Hospital, Belagavi
21+ YrsDr. Sanket Mehta
Gastrointestinal Oncology · Gynaecological Oncology · Cytoreductive Surgery · HIPEC · PIPAC
SSO Cancer Hospital Ghatkopar West, Charni Road & SRCC
13+ YrsDr. Vivek Sukumar
GI Oncology · Colorectal Oncology · Peritoneal Surface Oncology · Gynaecological Oncology · Minimally Invasive GI & Colorectal Oncology
SSO Cancer Hospital, Vashi
5+ YrsDr. Anuj Suketu Shah
Gastrointestinal Cancer · Gynaecological Cancer · Peritoneal Surface Malignancies · HPB Surgery · Minimally Invasive Oncology · CRS · HIPEC · PIPAC
EPIC Hospital, Ahmedabad
16+ YrsDr. Praveen Kammar
GI Oncology · Colorectal Cancer · Gynaecological Oncology · Peritoneal Surface Oncology · Robotic & Laparoscopic Cancer Surgery
SSO Cancer Hospital, Andheri West & Ghatkopar West
9+ YrsDr. Kaival K. Gundavda
GI Oncology · HPB Oncology · Liver Cancer · Pancreatic Cancer · Biliary Cancers · Robotic & Minimally Invasive Cancer Surgery
SSO Cancer Hospital, Andheri West · Ghatkopar West · Charni Road
35+ YrsDr. Kamran A. Khan
Breast Cancer · Gynaecological Cancer · GI & Colorectal Cancer · Robotic Oncologic Surgery · Organ-Preserving Surgery · Oncoplastic Breast Surgery · Minimal Access Gynaecological Oncology
Saifee Hospital · SSO Cancer Hospital Charni Road
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions
If yours isn't here, call +91 - 8976897203 and ask us directly.
It typically takes 2–4 hours, depending on the cancer type and complexity of the tumour.
It depends on the stage and spread of the cancer. Your surgeon will assess your specific case and recommend the most appropriate approach.
You’ll have small scars from the incisions, usually 0.5–1 cm each, which fade significantly over time.
Smaller incisions can mean less pain, faster recovery, shorter hospital stays, and lower infection risk.
Google reviews
What our patients say about us
Unedited words from patients and families, straight from our review pages.
4.8800+ Google reviews
IMIrshad MulllajiGoogle review
“My wife is under treatment of Dr Chetan Anchan… large bone pathological fracture curettage and reconstruction, successfully done. He is a great man, great doctor, always there for patients.”
PSPriti ShahGoogle review
“Dr. Sanket Mehta is a life saving doctor, he treated my father and cured his colon cancer. Ms. Rida from Charni Road branch helped throughout the follow up.”
IMIrshad MulllajiGoogle review
“My wife is under treatment of Dr Chetan Anchan… large bone pathological fracture curettage and reconstruction, successfully done. He is a great man, great doctor, always there for patients.”
PSPriti ShahGoogle review
“Dr. Sanket Mehta is a life saving doctor, he treated my father and cured his colon cancer. Ms. Rida from Charni Road branch helped throughout the follow up.”
NDNikit DoshiGoogle review
“We are truly thankful to Dr. Jay Anam sir, an excellent onco surgeon. The hospital was clean and well-maintained, and staff were professional yet empathetic.”
MWManasi WaghmareGoogle review
“My mother is treated under Dr. Nilesh Chordiya and his team for breast cancer. SSO supported us financially via CM fund approval.”
NDNikit DoshiGoogle review
“We are truly thankful to Dr. Jay Anam sir, an excellent onco surgeon. The hospital was clean and well-maintained, and staff were professional yet empathetic.”
MWManasi WaghmareGoogle review
“My mother is treated under Dr. Nilesh Chordiya and his team for breast cancer. SSO supported us financially via CM fund approval.”
IMIrshad MulllajiGoogle review
“My wife is under treatment of Dr Chetan Anchan… large bone pathological fracture curettage and reconstruction, successfully done. He is a great man, great doctor, always there for patients.”
NDNikit DoshiGoogle review
“We are truly thankful to Dr. Jay Anam sir, an excellent onco surgeon. The hospital was clean and well-maintained, and staff were professional yet empathetic.”
PSPriti ShahGoogle review
“Dr. Sanket Mehta is a life saving doctor, he treated my father and cured his colon cancer. Ms. Rida from Charni Road branch helped throughout the follow up.”
MWManasi WaghmareGoogle review
“My mother is treated under Dr. Nilesh Chordiya and his team for breast cancer. SSO supported us financially via CM fund approval.”
IMIrshad MulllajiGoogle review
“My wife is under treatment of Dr Chetan Anchan… large bone pathological fracture curettage and reconstruction, successfully done. He is a great man, great doctor, always there for patients.”
NDNikit DoshiGoogle review
“We are truly thankful to Dr. Jay Anam sir, an excellent onco surgeon. The hospital was clean and well-maintained, and staff were professional yet empathetic.”
PSPriti ShahGoogle review
“Dr. Sanket Mehta is a life saving doctor, he treated my father and cured his colon cancer. Ms. Rida from Charni Road branch helped throughout the follow up.”
MWManasi WaghmareGoogle review
“My mother is treated under Dr. Nilesh Chordiya and his team for breast cancer. SSO supported us financially via CM fund approval.”
Care, close to home
Nine centres across Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Belagavi. Choose the closest location and connect with the right specialist.
SSO Ghatkopar
HospitalSilver Point, 7th Floor, Specialty Surgical Oncology Hospital and Research Centre, Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg, Kasturi Park, Maneklal Estate, Ghatkopar West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400086
089768 97203
SSO Thane
HospitalFirst Floor, Surgical Speciality Oncology Hospital, Highland Sky Arcade, Shop F, 11A and F-12, Naupada, Thane West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400602
089768 97203
SSO Hospital Andheri
Hospital2nd Floor, Specialty Surgical Oncology, New Link Rd, above Bellevue Hospital, next to Audi Showroom, Sahakar Nagar, Azad Nagar, Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400053
089768 97201
SSO Chembur
Clinic6th floor, Business Point, Ramakrishna Chemburkar Marg, near Savla Hospital, Chembur Gaothan, Kurla, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400071
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SSO Vashi
ClinicNo. 51, Shanti Center Building, 4th floor, Clinic, above Parichay Hotel, Sector 17, Vashi, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 400703
082688 80185
SSO Charni Road
Clinic9th Floor, Mehta Mahal, 9 B, Shrimad Rajchandraji Marg, Charni Road East, Opera House, Girgaon, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400004
089768 97201
SRCC
HospitalNh Srcc Children's Hospital, 1-1A, Keshavrao Khadye Marg, Haji Ali, Haji Ali Government Colony, Mahalakshmi, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400034
089768 97201
Belagavi
Hospital9666A-2/D, behind BUDA Office, Ashok Nagar, Shivaji Nagar, Belgavi, Karnataka 590016
8976897201
Ahmedabad
Hospitalopp. Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Auditorium Hall, behind Rajpath Rangoli Road, Bodakdev, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380054, India
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