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Variceal Ligation and Sclerotherapy doctors
FeaturedDr. Adi Rakesh Kumar
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Gastroenterology), Fellowship in Advanced Endoscopy in ERCP & EUS
Consultant Gastroenterologist, Therapeutic Endoscopist & Endosonologist · Specialty: Gastroenterologist & Therapeutic Endoscopist
Yashoda Hospitals, Secunderabad Hyderabad, India23+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 23+ years of experience in Gastroenterologist & Therapeutic Endoscopist
- Consultant Gastroenterologist, Therapeutic Endoscopist & Endosonologist at Yashoda Hospitals, Secunderabad — Present
- Interventional Biliary and Pancreatic Endosonography specialist, Yashoda Hospitals and affiliated centres — 7+ years
Expertise & Procedures
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
- Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) with Fine Needle Aspiration
- Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM)
- Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD)
- Pancreatic and Biliary Sphincterotomy
Gastroenterologist & Therapeutic Endoscopist Experience: 23+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Yashoda Hospitals, SecunderabadHospital accreditation: NABH
Dr. Bimal Kumar Sahu
MBBS, MD, DM (Gastroenterology), Advanced Endoscopy Fellowship
Senior Consultant and Unit In-Charge — Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary · Specialty: Gastroenterologist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, India13+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 13+ years of experience in Gastroenterologist
- Senior Consultant and Unit In-Charge, Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary, Artemis Hospital, Gurgaon — Present
- Consultant Gastroenterologist, Medanta Medicity, Gurgaon
Expertise & Procedures
- ERCP and sphincterotomy
- Therapeutic endoscopy and hemostasis
- Endoscopic dilatation of strictures
- Advanced polypectomy
- Endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR)
Gastroenterologist Experience: 13+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Artemis HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Dipak Ahire
MBBS, MD (Medicine), DNB (Gastroenterology), Fellowship in Advanced Endoscopy
Consultant Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist & Endoscopist · Specialty: Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
Medicover Hospital Navi Mumbai, India12+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 12+ years of experience in Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
- Consultant Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist & Endoscopist, Medicover Hospital, Navi Mumbai – Present
- Consultant, MPCT Hospital, Navi Mumbai (2020–2023)
Expertise & Procedures
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
- Advanced Polypectomy
- Endoscopic Hemostasis
- Endoscopic Dilation
- Gastrointestinal Stenting
Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist Experience: 12+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medicover Hospital
Dr. G. R. Srinivas Rao
DM, MD
Senior Consultant — Gastroenterology & Hepatology · Specialty: Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
Yashoda Hospitals Secunderabad, Hyderabad, India33+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 33+ years of experience in Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
- Senior Consultant, Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Yashoda Hospitals, Secunderabad, Hyderabad — Present
- 33+ years of clinical experience in gastroenterology, hepatology, and advanced endoscopic procedures
Expertise & Procedures
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
- Therapeutic Endoscopy for Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Endoscopic Ultrasonography (EUS)
- Endoscopic Pancreatic Sphincterotomy
- Biliary Stent Placement
Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist Experience: 33+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Yashoda Hospitals
Dr. Jayanthi Venkataraman
MBBS, MD, DM, MAMS, FICP, Fellowship (NACC – British Digestive Foundation)
Senior Consultant — Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary · Specialty: Hepatologist & Gastroenterologist
Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai Chennai, India36+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 36+ years of experience in Hepatologist & Gastroenterologist
- Senior Consultant, Hepatology & Gastroenterology — Gleneagles HealthCity, Chennai, Present
- Professor and Head of Department — Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre (SRMC), Chennai
Expertise & Procedures
- ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
- Endoscopic Variceal Ligation and Sclerotherapy
- Liver Biopsy and Fibroscan Assessment
- Management of Refractory Ascites
- Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endoscopy
Hepatologist & Gastroenterologist Experience: 36+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles HealthCity ChennaiHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Navin Kumar Marannan
DM, MD, MBBS
Consultant — Hepatology & Medical Gastroenterology · Specialty: Hepatologist & Medical Gastroenterologist
Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre Chennai, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 15+ years of experience in Hepatologist & Medical Gastroenterologist
- Consultant — Hepatology & Medical Gastroenterology, Dr. Rela Institute & Medical Centre, Chennai (Present)
- Senior Resident — Hepatology, Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS), New Delhi (2019–2022)
Expertise & Procedures
- Hepatic Venous Pressure Gradient (HVPG) Measurement
- Percutaneous Liver Biopsy
- Transjugular Liver Biopsy
- ERCP with Therapeutic Intervention
- Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endoscopy
Hepatologist & Medical Gastroenterologist Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Dr. Rela Institute & Medical CentreHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
Dr. Pankaj Puri
MBBS, MD, DNB, DM, FRCP, FRCP
Director — Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary Sciences · Specialty: Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute New Delhi, India33+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 33+ years of experience in Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
- Director, Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary Sciences, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi
- Senior Consultant Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist, Fortis Escorts, New Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
- Therapeutic Endoscopy
- Advanced Polypectomy
- Endoscopic Hemostasis
- Endoscopic Dilatation of Strictures
Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist Experience: 33+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Escorts Heart InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Sanjay Jain
MBBS, MD, MRCP (UK), FRCP (UK), FRCP (Glasgow)
Senior Consultant — Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary · Specialty: Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India32+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 32+ years of experience in Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
- Senior Consultant, Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi — Present
- Active member, Indian Society of Gastroenterology
Expertise & Procedures
- Upper GI Endoscopy with Therapeutic Intervention
- Colonoscopy with Polypectomy and Biopsy
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
- Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) for Tissue Diagnosis
- Variceal Ligation and Sclerotherapy
Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist Experience: 32+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Sanjay Sikka
MBBS, MD (Medicine), DM (Gastroenterology)
Senior Consultant — Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary · Specialty: Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India32+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 32+ years of experience in Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
- Senior Consultant, Gastroenterology & Hepatobiliary Medicine, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi, Present
- Specialist Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist, Apollo Hospitals Delhi, 32+ years of clinical practice
Expertise & Procedures
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
- Therapeutic Endoscopy
- Advanced Polypectomy
- Endoscopic Hemostasis
- Diagnostic Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist Experience: 32+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Sarada Pasangulapati
MBBS, MRCP (UK), MRCP Gastroenterology, CCT, FRCP (Glasgow)
Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist · Specialty: Medical Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist
Yashoda Hospitals Hyderabad, India22+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 22+ years of experience in Medical Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist
- Consultant Medical Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad, Present
- Consultant, Global Hospitals, Lakdikapul & LB Nagar, Hyderabad
Expertise & Procedures
- Upper GI endoscopy with hemostasis
- Colonoscopy with polypectomy and biopsy
- Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
- ERCP with sphincterotomy and stent placement
- Variceal ligation and sclerotherapy
Medical Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist Experience: 22+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Yashoda Hospitals
Hospitals where these doctors practise
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$1,000
Artemis Hospital
Est. 2007
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Variceal Ligation and SclerotherapyGastroenterologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Variceal Ligation and Sclerotherapy
4.9
64 reviews
750+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Parel, Mumbai, IndiaStarting from$1,000
Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)
Est. 1996
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Variceal Ligation and SclerotherapyGastroenterologyLiver TransplantCardiac Surgery
1+
Doctors for Variceal Ligation and Sclerotherapy
4.6
183 reviews
450+
Beds
30+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Chennai, IndiaStarting from$1,000
Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre
Est. 2018
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Variceal Ligation and SclerotherapyGastroenterologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Variceal Ligation and Sclerotherapy
4.7
108 reviews
450+
Beds
8+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$1,000
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute
Est. 1988
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Variceal Ligation and SclerotherapyGastroenterologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Variceal Ligation and Sclerotherapy
4.5
24 reviews
310+
Beds
38+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$1,000
Apollo Hospitals
Est. 1983
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Variceal Ligation and SclerotherapyGastroenterologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
3+
Doctors for Variceal Ligation and Sclerotherapy
4.9
1240 reviews
1000+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$1,000
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket
Est. 2005
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Variceal Ligation and SclerotherapyGastroenterologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
2+
Doctors for Variceal Ligation and Sclerotherapy
3.8
49 reviews
539+
Beds
21+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$1,000
Medanta - The Medicity
Est. 2009
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Variceal Ligation and SclerotherapyGastroenterologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Variceal Ligation and Sclerotherapy
4.9
2150 reviews
1600+
Beds
17+
Years Since Founded
Why consider treatment in India?
Many international patients consider India for portal hypertension treatment for several reasons, including:
More affordable estimates
Competitive indicative costs compared with many other countries, for similar clinical standards.
Internationally accredited hospitals
Hospitals experienced in treating international patients.
Experienced specialists
Doctors who regularly manage similar cases.
Care coordination support
A team to help with planning, medical translation and follow-up.
About the Procedure
What is Variceal Ligation and Sclerotherapy?
Variceal Ligation and Sclerotherapy are endoscopic treatments used to control or prevent bleeding from esophageal and gastric varices caused by portal hypertension, most commonly due to liver cirrhosis. Under sedation, a specialized endoscope is used to either band (ligate) the swollen veins or inject a sclerosing agent to shrink them and stop active or future bleeding. These procedures are often performed urgently in acute bleeding and electively as part of a variceal eradication program.
Who may be considered?
Variceal Ligation and Sclerotherapy 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?
Small elastic bands are deployed via a multi-band ligator through the endoscope to strangulate and obliterate esophageal varices, considered the first-line endoscopic therapy for both prevention and treatment of variceal bleeding.
2 approaches available for this procedure:
Endoscopic Variceal Ligation (Band Ligation)
Most PopularSmall elastic bands are deployed via a multi-band ligator through the endoscope to strangulate and obliterate esophageal varices, considered the first-line endoscopic therapy for both prevention and treatment of variceal bleeding.
Comprehensive Investigations
Estimated cost: $150 - $600
Upper GI Endoscopy, Complete Blood Count (CBC), Liver Function Tests, Coagulation Profile (PT/INR), Renal Function Tests, Abdominal Ultrasound with Doppler, ECG, Hepatitis B/C screening
Treatment / Procedure Estimate
Estimated cost in India: $1,200 - $3,000
Stay in India
Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~1 day
Hospitalisation: ~1-2 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~5-7 days recommended
Total stay: approx 5-8 days
Usually Included in Hospital Package
- Pre-procedure endoscopy and consultation
- Sedation/anesthesia charges
- Endoscopy suite and equipment fees
- Short hospital observation stay
- Follow-up endoscopy review
Usually Not Included
- Repeat ligation sessions if additional varices remain
- Liver transplant evaluation if indicated
- Long-term beta-blocker medications
- Travel, visa, and accommodation costs
Recovery and follow-up
Most patients are monitored for 24-48 hours post-procedure for bleeding or chest discomfort, with a soft diet advised for a few days; repeat endoscopic sessions every 2-4 weeks are often needed until varices are eradicated.
Risks
Potential risks include post-procedure chest pain, transient dysphagia, esophageal ulceration, rebleeding, or rarely esophageal stricture or perforation, with sclerotherapy carrying a somewhat higher risk of ulceration compared to band ligation.
Alternatives
Alternatives include pharmacological therapy with non-selective beta-blockers, transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) for refractory bleeding, and balloon tamponade as a temporary bridge in acute uncontrolled hemorrhage.
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 upper GI endoscopy report with variceal grading
- Liver function tests and coagulation profile
- Complete blood count
- Abdominal ultrasound/Doppler report
- History and staging of underlying liver disease (e.g., cirrhosis, MELD/Child-Pugh score)
- Hepatitis B/C and viral screening results
- Any prior variceal bleeding or treatment history
- Current medication list including anticoagulants/beta-blockers
Patient information needed
- Age and general health status
- History of liver disease and its cause (cirrhosis, hepatitis, etc.)
- Any prior episodes of variceal bleeding or endoscopic treatment
- Current medications, especially blood thinners
- History of ascites, jaundice, or hepatic encephalopathy
- Allergies to sedatives or contrast agents
- Presence of comorbidities such as kidney disease or diabetes
- Willingness/ability to travel and accompanying attendant details
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.
How this directory is built
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Common questions
FAQs about Variceal Ligation and Sclerotherapy in 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 Variceal Ligation and Sclerotherapy considered for Portal Hypertension?
Variceal Ligation and Sclerotherapy 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.