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Best Hepatobiliary Specialists for Portosystemic Shunt Surgery in Delhi NCR, India

This page lists 3 portosystemic shunt surgery doctors in Delhi NCR, India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

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This page lists 3 portosystemic shunt surgery doctors in Delhi NCR, India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

About Portosystemic Shunt Surgery doctors in Delhi NCR, India

This directory is based on doctors currently listed in GAF Healthcare's registry. Clinical suitability varies by patient; a doctor should review your history and investigations before any treatment decision.

Portosystemic Shunt Surgery doctors

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Dr. Giriraj Bora

MBBS, MS (General Surgery), M.Ch (GI Surgery), Fellowship in Liver Transplant
Chief — Liver Transplant; Sr. Consultant — GI & HPB Surgery · Specialty: Liver Transplant & HPB Surgeon
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, India20+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 20+ years of experience in Liver Transplant & HPB Surgeon
  • Chief — Liver Transplant; Sr. Consultant — GI & HPB Surgery, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram (Present)
  • Consultant — Liver Transplant, Centre for Liver and Biliary Sciences (CLBS), New Delhi (from January 2013)
Expertise & Procedures
  • Living Donor Liver Transplant (LDLT)
  • Deceased Donor Liver Transplant (DDLT)
  • ABO-Incompatible Liver Transplant
  • Combined Liver-Kidney Transplantation
  • Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy) with Portal Vein Reconstruction
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Liver Transplant & HPB Surgeon Experience: 20+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Artemis HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Narendra Singh Choudhary

MBBS, MD, DM
Associate Director — Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary · Specialty: Hepatologist
Medanta - The Medicity Gurgaon, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 15+ years of experience in Hepatologist
  • Associate Director, Department of Hepatology and Institute of Liver Transplantation and Regenerative Medicine, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon, India (Present)
  • Specialist in Hepatology and Liver Transplantation, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon, India
Expertise & Procedures
  • Liver Transplant Assessment and Management
  • Therapeutic Endoscopy for Variceal Bleeding
  • Portal Hypertension Intervention
  • Intragastric Balloon Placement
  • Liver Biopsy and Fibrosis Assessment
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Hepatologist Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta - The MedicityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Sanjiv Saigal

MBBS, MD (Medicine), DNB (Gastroenterology), DM (Gastroenterology), MRCP, CCST (Gastroenterology)
Vice Chairman & Head of Hepatology & Liver Transplant Medicine · Specialty: Hepatologist & Liver Transplant Specialist
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket New Delhi, India30+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 30+ years of experience in Hepatologist & Liver Transplant Specialist
  • Vice Chairman & Head of Hepatology & Liver Transplant Medicine — Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi, Present
  • Senior Consultant Hepatologist & Liver Transplant Specialist — Max Hospital, Gurugram
Expertise & Procedures
  • Deceased Donor Liver Transplantation
  • Liver Retransplantation
  • Living Donor Liver Transplant Evaluation
  • Endoscopic Variceal Ligation for Portal Hypertension
  • TIPS Procedure Evaluation and Management
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Hepatologist & Liver Transplant Specialist Experience: 30+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Max Super Speciality Hospital, SaketHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
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Hospitals where these doctors practise

Artemis Hospital🇮🇳 Gurgaon, India
Starting from$8,000

Artemis Hospital

Est. 2007
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Portosystemic Shunt SurgeryLiver Transplant & HPBCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Portosystemic Shunt Surgery
4.9
64 reviews
750+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Giriraj Bora
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Medanta - The Medicity🇮🇳 Gurgaon, India
Starting from$8,000

Medanta - The Medicity

Est. 2009
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Portosystemic Shunt SurgeryLiver Transplant & HPBCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Portosystemic Shunt Surgery
4.9
2150 reviews
1600+
Beds
17+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Narendra Singh Choudhary
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Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket🇮🇳 New Delhi, India
Starting from$8,000

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket

Est. 2005
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Portosystemic Shunt SurgeryLiver Transplant & HPBCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Portosystemic Shunt Surgery
3.8
49 reviews
539+
Beds
21+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Sanjiv Saigal
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Why consider treatment in India?

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More affordable estimates

Competitive indicative costs compared with many other countries, for similar clinical standards.

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Experienced specialists

Doctors who regularly manage similar cases.

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About the Procedure

What is Portosystemic Shunt Surgery?

Portosystemic Shunt Surgery is a procedure that creates a new channel between the high-pressure portal venous system and the lower-pressure systemic circulation, redirecting blood flow to relieve portal hypertension. It is performed for patients with recurrent variceal bleeding, refractory ascites, or complications of cirrhosis and portal hypertension that are not controlled by medication or endoscopic therapy. The approach can be minimally invasive (TIPS) or a traditional open surgical shunt, chosen based on liver function, anatomy, and overall fitness for surgery.

Who may be considered?

Portosystemic Shunt Surgery may be considered after a qualified specialist reviews your reports and medical history. Suitability varies from person to person and must be assessed by your treating doctor.

How does it work?

A radiologically guided procedure where a stent is placed between the portal and hepatic veins through the jugular vein, avoiding open surgery. It is the preferred first-line option for most eligible patients due to faster recovery.

2 approaches available for this procedure:

TIPS (Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt)

Minimally Invasive

A radiologically guided procedure where a stent is placed between the portal and hepatic veins through the jugular vein, avoiding open surgery. It is the preferred first-line option for most eligible patients due to faster recovery.

Comprehensive Investigations

Estimated cost: $300 - $800

Liver function tests, CBC, coagulation profile (INR/PT), renal function tests, Doppler ultrasound of portal vein, CT/MRI abdomen with contrast, upper GI endoscopy, ECG, cardiac evaluation

Treatment / Procedure Estimate

Estimated cost in India: $8,000 - $14,000

Stay in India

Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~2-3 days
Hospitalisation: ~3-5 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~7-10 days recommended
Total stay: approx 12-18 days

Usually Included in Hospital Package

  • Pre-procedure consultations with hepatologist/interventional radiologist
  • TIPS procedure with stent placement
  • Hospital stay in standard/ICU room as needed
  • Post-procedure imaging to confirm shunt function
  • Standard nursing and medication during stay

Usually Not Included

  • International/domestic flights
  • Visa and travel insurance
  • Accommodation for attendant/companion
  • Long-term follow-up imaging after discharge
  • Treatment of unrelated pre-existing conditions

Recovery and follow-up

Recovery involves close monitoring of liver function and shunt patency with periodic Doppler ultrasounds, dietary modifications, and medication adjustments to prevent hepatic encephalopathy. Patients are advised regular follow-up imaging and liver function tests for at least the first year post-procedure.

Risks

Risks include hepatic encephalopathy, shunt thrombosis or stenosis, bleeding, infection, and in surgical shunts, general anesthesia-related complications; careful patient selection based on liver reserve reduces these risks.

Alternatives

Alternatives include endoscopic band ligation or sclerotherapy for variceal bleeding, medical management with beta-blockers and diuretics for portal hypertension, and in advanced liver disease, evaluation for liver transplantation.

What we need to prepare a formal estimate

Share whatever you have — the care team will confirm the final checklist after reviewing your case.

Reports required

  • Recent CT/MRI abdomen with contrast showing portal vein and liver anatomy
  • Doppler ultrasound of portal, splenic, and hepatic veins
  • Liver function tests and coagulation profile (INR/PT)
  • Complete blood count (CBC) and renal function tests
  • Upper GI endoscopy report (for varices assessment)
  • Prior hospital discharge summaries related to liver disease/bleeding episodes
  • Child-Pugh/MELD score documentation if available
  • Cardiac evaluation (ECG, echocardiography) if performed

Patient information needed

  • Full medical history including cause and duration of liver disease
  • History of variceal bleeding episodes and prior endoscopic treatments
  • Current medications, especially blood thinners and diuretics
  • History of ascites, hepatic encephalopathy, or jaundice
  • Known allergies and previous surgeries
  • Alcohol use history and any ongoing substance use
  • Comorbidities such as diabetes, heart, or kidney disease
  • Attendant/companion details for travel and stay planning

Costs shown are indicative planning estimates based on typical pricing across leading Indian hospitals. They are not a quote — actual pricing depends on your case complexity, hospital choice, and length of stay. Share your reports for a personalized estimate.

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How this directory is built

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Common questions

FAQs about Portosystemic Shunt Surgery in Delhi NCR, India

What is Portal Hypertension?
Portal hypertension is a condition characterised by elevated blood pressure in the portal vein and its tributaries, most often caused by scarring of the liver (cirrhosis) that obstructs normal blood flow. This increased pressure forces blood to seek alternative pathways, placing significant strain on surrounding blood vessels and organs.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Portal Hypertension?
Common signs associated with portal hypertension include vomiting blood or passing dark, tarry stools (indicating variceal bleeding), a visibly swollen abdomen due to ascites, prominent veins on the abdominal wall, and progressive fatigue or confusion in more advanced cases where liver function is compromised. Some individuals have significant portal hypertension with few or no obvious symptoms until a complication such as a bleed occurs, making routine monitoring important for those with known liver disease. Experiencing these signs does not confirm a diagnosis of portal hypertension, as other conditions can produce similar features; formal assessment by a qualified clinician is required.
How is Portal Hypertension diagnosed?
Diagnosis typically involves a combination of clinical evaluation, blood tests assessing liver function and blood counts, and imaging — most commonly abdominal ultrasound with Doppler to evaluate blood flow in the portal system, and sometimes cross-sectional imaging such as CT or MRI. Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy is a key diagnostic and risk-stratification tool, used to identify and grade the presence of oesophageal or gastric varices. In selected cases, direct measurement of the hepatic venous pressure gradient (HVPG) — a value above 10 mmHg indicating clinically significant portal hypertension — may be performed to guide management decisions.
How is Portal Hypertension treated?
The appropriate treatment for portal hypertension depends on its underlying cause, severity, and which complications are present, and can range from medical management and endoscopic procedures to surgical intervention. For patients with confirmed varices, endoscopic treatments such as variceal band ligation or sclerotherapy are used both to treat acute bleeding and to reduce the risk of future bleeds. In more complex or refractory cases, portosystemic shunt surgery or, in eligible patients with advanced liver disease, liver transplantation may be considered — all treatment decisions are made following thorough individual assessment by the responsible clinical team.
Can Portal Hypertension be treated without a procedure?
Non-procedural management plays an important role and may include beta-blocker medications (most commonly non-selective beta-blockers such as propranolol or carvedilol) to reduce portal pressure and lower the risk of variceal bleeding, as well as diuretics and dietary sodium restriction to manage ascites. Regular endoscopic surveillance is recommended for patients with known varices even when no active treatment is immediately required. However, because portal hypertension frequently carries a significant risk of sudden, life-threatening bleeding, the threshold for moving to procedural intervention is often lower than in many other chronic conditions, and this balance is determined by a qualified specialist based on the individual's clinical profile.
When is Portosystemic Shunt Surgery considered for Portal Hypertension?
Portosystemic Shunt Surgery may be considered only when it is appropriate for the confirmed diagnosis and the expected benefit outweighs the individual risks. The decision may depend on symptom severity, investigation results, previous treatment, overall health and the patient's goals. A specialist should discuss alternatives and recovery before any procedure is planned.
Which doctor treats Portal Hypertension?
Portal hypertension is typically evaluated and managed by a gastroenterologist or hepatologist with experience in liver disease, often working alongside a hepatobiliary (HPB) surgeon or liver transplant surgeon when more complex interventions are being considered. In centres with dedicated multidisciplinary liver units, a combined team approach — incorporating radiology, nutrition, and specialist nursing — is standard practice for patients with more advanced disease.
How do I choose a doctor for Portal Hypertension?
When selecting a specialist or centre for portal hypertension, it is worth asking about their specific experience with endoscopic variceal management and portosystemic shunt procedures, their access to interventional radiology, and whether they are part of a multidisciplinary hepatology team that can support ongoing monitoring and manage complications. Continuity of follow-up care is particularly important in this condition given the risk of recurrent bleeding and the need for regular surveillance endoscopy.
What documents do international patients need to share for a medical evaluation?
Share a concise medical summary, symptom timeline, previous diagnoses, investigation and imaging reports, procedure or biopsy reports where relevant, current medicines, allergies and related treatment records. Provide clear copies with translations when needed. The reviewing doctor may request additional information before giving an opinion.
How does GAF Healthcare help international patients plan treatment in India?
Our care coordination team can review the initial information, help identify suitable doctors and hospitals, request a medical opinion where available, explain next steps and indicative cost information, and support practical planning before travel. A remote opinion does not replace an in-person examination or emergency care.
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