MAX hospital, Ground Floor, Viraj Khand, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226010
+91 89575 75053
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Director & Head — Department of Gastro Surgery, Max Healthcare, Lucknow

GI Bleeding Surgery
in Lucknow

Dr. Ajay Yadav is an experienced Gastro Surgeon in Lucknow with 23+ years of surgical experience and advanced training in Surgical Gastroenterology. He evaluates patients with gastrointestinal bleeding and provides surgical treatment when bleeding cannot be adequately controlled through appropriate medical, endoscopic or interventional methods.

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23+ Years of Surgical Experience
MCh in Surgical Gastroenterology
Advanced GI & Emergency Surgery
GI Bleeding Surgery in Lucknow - Dr. Ajay Yadav
Emergency & GI Bleed Care
MCh Specialist & Senior Surgical Expert
Meet Dr. Ajay Yadav - Experienced Gastro Surgeon in Lucknow
23+ Years Experience
Director & Head - Max Healthcare
Meet Dr. Ajay Yadav

Experienced Gastro Surgeon for GI Bleeding in Lucknow

Gastrointestinal bleeding can occur anywhere along the digestive tract and may range from mild bleeding to a potentially serious emergency.

With 23+ years of surgical experience, Dr. Ajay Yadav evaluates the source and severity of gastrointestinal bleeding and determines whether surgical intervention is required.

His qualifications include MBBS, MS in General Surgery and MCh in Surgical Gastroenterology. Treatment is planned according to the cause of bleeding, the patient's clinical condition and the results of endoscopy, imaging and other investigations.

MBBS MS General Surgery MCh Surgical Gastroenterology
Understanding GI Bleeding

What Causes Gastrointestinal Bleeding?

Gastrointestinal bleeding may arise from the upper or lower digestive tract. In many patients, endoscopy is the first-line method for identifying and controlling GI bleeding. Surgery may be considered when bleeding is severe, recurrent or cannot be controlled adequately through less invasive treatment.

Common Causes of Bleeding

Upper & Lower Digestive Tract

  • Peptic ulcers (gastric and duodenal ulcers)
  • Gastritis and other upper GI conditions
  • Esophageal or gastric varices
  • Gastrointestinal tumours and malignancies
  • Diverticular disease and complicated diverticulitis
  • Colorectal conditions, polyps and intestinal lesions
  • Complications related to previous GI procedures or surgery

Surgical Treatment Options

When Non-Surgical Control Fails

  • Emergency bleeding-control surgery
  • Ulcer-related surgery in selected cases (e.g., vessel ligation, gastrectomy)
  • Resection of bleeding intestinal or gastric lesions
  • Surgery for GI tumours causing active bleeding
  • Surgery for complicated diverticular bleeding
  • Resection of affected bleeding bowel segments
  • Open or minimally invasive surgery when appropriate
Consult on GI Bleeding Cases
Warning Signs

Gastrointestinal Bleeding Can Be an Emergency

Significant GI bleeding can cause rapid blood loss and circulatory instability. Seek urgent medical attention if you experience:

Vomiting blood (hematemesis)
Black, tarry stools (melena)
Large amounts of fresh blood in the stool
Dizziness or fainting (syncope)
Severe weakness or lightheadedness
Rapid heartbeat (tachycardia)
Shortness of breath
Confusion or loss of consciousness
Critical Emergency Advisory: If there is active heavy bleeding, fainting or severe weakness, do not wait for a routine surgical consultation—seek emergency medical care immediately.
Why Choose Dr. Ajay Yadav for GI Bleeding Surgery in Lucknow
Emergency GI Surgery
23+ Years Clinical Mastery
Surgical Expertise

Why Choose Dr. Ajay Yadav for GI Bleeding Surgery?

Managing gastrointestinal bleeding requires rapid diagnostic assessment, hemodynamic stabilization, and sound surgical judgment when non-operative measures fail.

23+ Years of Surgical Experience
Extensive experience in gastrointestinal and abdominal surgery.
Advanced Training
MCh in Surgical Gastroenterology with expertise in complex GI conditions.
Evaluation Before Surgery
Surgery is considered after assessing bleeding source, severity and response to medical treatment.
Emergency & Complex Care
Selected cases of uncontrolled or recurrent GI bleeding may require urgent surgical intervention.
Individualized Surgical Planning
The surgical approach depends on the bleeding source, patient's condition, previous treatment and overall health.

Frequently Asked Questions

01 Does every GI bleed require surgery?
No. Many gastrointestinal bleeding episodes can be diagnosed and treated with medicines, endoscopic procedures or other non-surgical methods. Surgery is considered when bleeding cannot be controlled or when the underlying condition requires an operation.
02 What are the common causes of GI bleeding?
Peptic ulcers, varices, diverticular disease, gastrointestinal tumours and other conditions can cause bleeding.
03 Is GI bleeding an emergency?
It can be. Heavy bleeding, vomiting blood, black stools, fainting or symptoms of significant blood loss require urgent medical evaluation.
04 What tests are used to find the source of GI bleeding?
Depending on the situation, doctors may use blood tests, upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, CT angiography or other imaging and diagnostic procedures.
05 Can GI bleeding be treated laparoscopically?
Selected underlying conditions may be treated using minimally invasive surgery. However, emergency bleeding and complex cases may require open surgery depending on the patient's condition.
06 When is surgery considered for GI bleeding?
Surgery may be considered when bleeding is severe or recurrent and cannot be adequately controlled through endoscopic, medical or other appropriate treatments, or when the underlying cause itself requires surgical treatment.
Specialist GI Bleeding Evaluation

Looking for a Gastro Surgeon for GI Bleeding in Lucknow?

Gastrointestinal bleeding should never be ignored, particularly when bleeding is heavy, recurrent or associated with weakness, dizziness or fainting. Dr. Ajay Yadav provides specialist evaluation and surgical management of gastrointestinal conditions, including selected cases where GI bleeding requires operative treatment.

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