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The gallbladder stores and concentrates bile produced by the liver. When you eat fatty food, the gallbladder contracts to release this fluid into the small intestine. Bile helps your body break down and absorb fats. So, the gallbladder plays an important role in the digestive process. Problems with the gallbladder are common, but they do […]

4 facts about Inguinal Hernia As a general and colorectal surgeon, Dr. Shanthan Ganesh has the expertise and on-site capabilities to offer many different treatment options to patients from across the North Adelaide, South Australia area. As such, several surgical techniques and approaches may be used to treat inguinal hernia.  We are pleased to provide […]

General surgeons may choose to subspecialise in colorectal surgery. As a colorectal and general surgeon, Dr. Shanthan Ganesh has acquired focused training and experience in diagnosing, treating, and managing conditions of the colon and rectum. Our patients from across the North Adelaide, South Australia area trust his level of skill and investments in advanced technologies […]

As a colorectal and general surgeon, Dr. Shanthan Ganesh has the advanced knowledge and capabilities to accurately diagnose and effectively treat a wide range of conditions. Our expertise extends to perianal abscess and haemorrhoid treatment.  Below are four facts to know about these conditions and our approaches to treating them:  1 – Perianal abscess  Perianal […]

Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). It causes sores or ulcers in the innermost lining of the colon and rectum. Treatment is required to manage often serious and persistent symptoms, and to avoid complications such as severe bleeding, perforated colon, blood clots, and an increased risk of developing colon cancer. As […]

The Australian Journal of General Practice reports that anal fissure is the second most common anorectal complaint, a reference to those conditions that affect the anus and rectum. Fissures are very common, but doctors may misdiagnose them as haemorrhoids. Failure to promptly and accurately diagnose conditions results in a delay in treatment and allows the […]

As a colorectal and general surgeon, Dr Shanthan Ganesh provides trusted specialty care for various conditions affecting your overall quality of life, including an inguinal hernia. This type of hernia is associated with a range of life-altering symptoms as well as potentially serious complications. So, it is important to promptly seek out hernia repair and […]

Haemorrhoids or piles can be more than a mere nuisance. Without treatment, haemorrhoids are associated with complications such as chronic blood loss (anemia) and painful and severe strangulated haemorrhoids and blood clots. As needed, our specialist in North Adelaide, South Australia, Dr Shanthan Ganesh, may recommend the surgical removal of piles. As always, treatment and […]

Bowel cancer is the most common internal cancer in Australia. Our specialist, Dr Shanthan Ganesh, is uniquely qualified to diagnose and treat bowel cancers. As a specialist office, our team in North Adelaide also has the technologies and capabilities onsite to offer advanced and clinically proven treatment. 

Your gallbladder is a small but mighty organ. It stores and releases the fluid [bile] produced by your liver to aid in breaking down or digesting fats. Many conditions, however, can affect the health and function of this important organ. These conditions include gallstones. By turning to a skilled and experienced general surgeon and colorectal […]

Conditions affecting the colon, rectum, and other parts of the digestive system can be both life-altering and life-threatening. Fortunately, the distressing symptoms associated with many of these conditions can be effectively treated with the expertise of a specialist like Dr Shanthan Ganesh. As a highly qualified and talented colorectal surgeon, Dr Ganesh also helps patients […]

Hemorrhoids can be a painful and uncomfortable condition that affects many people. If conservative treatments do not provide relief, a hemorrhoidectomy may be necessary. Dr. Shanthan Ganesh, in North Adelaide, SA, offers expert care in performing hemorrhoidectomies.