Procedures & Treatments A–Z
Advanced surgical and non-surgical procedures performed by expert specialists at Iswarya Hospital
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Angioplasty
CardiologyMinimally invasive procedure to open blocked coronary arteries using a balloon catheter and stent. Emergency angioplasty available 24×7.
Appendectomy
General SurgerySurgical removal of the inflamed appendix, performed laparoscopically at Iswarya.
Arthroscopy
OrthopedicsMinimally invasive joint surgery using a small camera to diagnose and treat joint problems.
Bariatric Surgery
GastroenterologyWeight-loss surgery including gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy for morbidly obese patients.
Bone Marrow Biopsy
OncologyDiagnostic procedure to examine bone marrow for blood cancers and disorders.
Bronchoscopy
PulmonologyProcedure to visualise the airways and lungs using a thin flexible tube.
Cataract Surgery
OphthalmologyPhacoemulsification to remove cloudy lens and replace with clear artificial IOL.
Chemotherapy
OncologyDrug treatment using powerful chemicals to kill rapidly growing cancer cells.
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
CardiologyOpen-heart surgery to bypass blocked coronary arteries using grafts.
Colonoscopy
GastroenterologyExamination of the large intestine using a flexible camera for diagnosis and polyp removal.
Craniotomy
NeurologySurgical opening of the skull to access the brain for tumour removal or aneurysm repair.
CT Calcium Score (Coronary Calcium Scoring)
Cardiology / RadiologyCT calcium score test (also called CT coronary calcium score or coronary artery calcium scan) — non-invasive CT scan that measures calcium deposits in the coronary arteries to assess heart attack risk. No injections, no dye, completed in under 10 minutes.
Circumcision
General SurgeryRemoval of the foreskin for phimosis, recurrent infection or personal and religious reasons, done as a day-care procedure.
Caesarean Section (C-Section)
GynecologySurgical delivery of the baby through an incision in the abdomen and uterus, planned or in an emergency, with 24×7 obstetrician and anaesthetist cover.
Dialysis (Haemodialysis)
NephrologyRenal replacement therapy that filters waste and excess fluid from the blood.
Deep Brain Stimulation
NeurologyImplanting electrodes in the brain to treat Parkinson's disease and essential tremors.
Diagnostic Laparoscopy
General SurgeryA keyhole camera examination of the abdomen and pelvis to find the cause of unexplained pain, infertility or abnormal scans, often treating the problem in the same sitting.
Endoscopy (Upper GI)
GastroenterologyExamination of the oesophagus, stomach, and duodenum using a flexible camera.
ERCP
GastroenterologyEndoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography – treats bile duct and pancreatic duct problems.
Fistulectomy
General SurgeryComplete excision of the anal fistula tract and its openings, used for recurrent or fibrous fistulas where the tract needs to be removed.
Fistulotomy
General SurgeryLaying open a simple, low anal fistula so it heals flat, the operation with the highest cure rate for suitable fistulas.
Hip Replacement
OrthopedicsSurgical replacement of a damaged hip joint with an artificial implant.
Hemorrhoidectomy
General SurgerySurgical removal of large grade 3 and 4 piles, the most definitive treatment with the lowest recurrence rate.
Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic & Robotic)
GynecologyRemoval of the uterus through keyhole or robotic surgery for fibroids, heavy bleeding, adenomyosis or prolapse, with a one to two day hospital stay.
Laparoscopic Surgery
General SurgeryMinimally invasive surgery using a camera and small incisions for faster recovery.
LASIK Eye Surgery
OphthalmologyLaser refractive surgery to correct short-sightedness, long-sightedness, and astigmatism.
Liver Transplant
GastroenterologyReplacement of a diseased liver with a healthy donor liver performed by expert transplant surgeons at Iswarya Hospital.
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
General SurgeryKeyhole removal of the inflamed appendix through three small incisions, with most patients home within 24 hours.
Laparoscopic Colectomy
General SurgeryKeyhole removal of a diseased segment of the large intestine for cancer, diverticular disease or inflammatory bowel disease.
Laser Hemorrhoidoplasty
General SurgeryDay-care laser treatment that shrinks piles from inside without cutting, offering minimal pain and a return to routine in 2–3 days.
Laser Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy
General SurgeryPrecise laser release of the internal anal sphincter to heal a chronic anal fissure, with less bleeding and faster recovery than a scalpel.
Laser Fissurectomy
General SurgeryLaser removal of the scarred edges of a chronic anal fissure to create a fresh, healing wound while preserving the sphincter muscle.
Laser Fistula Ablation
General SurgerySphincter-saving laser closure of an anal fistula tract (FiLaC) with no cutting of muscle and a quick day-care recovery.
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
General SurgeryKeyhole removal of the gallbladder for gallstones, the world's most common laparoscopic operation, with discharge usually the next day.
Laminectomy (Spinal Decompression)
NeurologyRemoval of the back part of a vertebra to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves in spinal stenosis, usually with a one to three day stay.
Mastectomy
OncologySurgical removal of one or both breasts for breast cancer treatment or prevention.
Mammogram (3D Tomosynthesis)
OncologyAdvanced 3D digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) mammography for early breast cancer detection using Siemens MAMMOMAT Revelation — the most advanced mammography system in Chennai.
Microdiscectomy
NeurologyMinimally invasive removal of herniated disc material pressing on spinal nerves.
Myomectomy (Fibroid Removal)
GynecologyRemoval of uterine fibroids while keeping the uterus, by laparoscopic, hysteroscopic or robotic surgery, for women who want to preserve fertility.
Pacemaker Implantation
CardiologySmall device implanted to regulate abnormal heart rhythms.
Prostatectomy
UrologySurgical removal of the prostate gland for prostate cancer treatment.
Painless Delivery (Epidural)
GynecologyEpidural analgesia during labour, given by an in-house anaesthetist 24×7, so you stay awake and comfortable through a normal delivery.
Radiation Therapy
OncologyHigh-energy radiation to destroy cancer cells while protecting healthy tissue at Iswarya Cancer Centre.
Robotic-Assisted Surgery
OrthopedicsAdvanced robot-guided precision surgery for knee, hip, and other joints.
Spine Surgery
NeurologySurgical correction of spinal disorders including decompression and fusion.
Stent Placement (Cardiac)
CardiologyMesh tube inserted into a blocked artery to restore normal blood flow.
Stapler Circumcision
General SurgeryCircumcision with a disposable stapler device that cuts and seals in one step, giving a neat wound, minimal bleeding and a 10-minute procedure.
Spinal Fusion
NeurologyJoining two or more vertebrae with screws, rods and bone graft to stabilise a slipped, fractured or unstable spine, usually combined with decompression.
Thyroidectomy
OncologyPartial or total removal of the thyroid gland for cancer or severe hyperthyroidism.
TURP (Prostate)
UrologyTransurethral Resection of the Prostate for benign prostatic hyperplasia.