Digestive Health Services & Treatments
At Bronson, our skilled staff is dedicated to getting you back to living your life as quick and comfortably as possible. Our digestive health specialists use the latest technology and treatment options to provide the best course of treatment for your condition. Some of the most common treatments are:
Colon & Rectal Treatments
Colostomy – A surgery that brings the large intestine (colon) out through an opening (stoma) in the belly. Bowel movements then empty through the stoma into a bag attached to the belly.
Hemorrhoid Surgery – There are many surgical options for removing hemorrhoids. They include using lasers, heat or chemicals to destroy hemorrhoids. Another common treatment is called rubber band ligation, which uses a band to cut off blood flow to the hemorrhoid.
Ileostomy – A surgery that brings the last part of the small intestine (ileum) out through an opening (stoma) in the belly. Waste products from the intestines then empty through the stoma into a bag attached to the belly.
Injection Therapy – Used to treat fecal incontinence. Gel is injected into the wall of the anal canal to thicken the tissue and help give more control.
Laparoscopic Surgery – A type of minimally invasive surgery. During the procedure, a surgeon makes small incisions in the belly and inserts a thin tube with a camera and a light on the end and other surgical tools. Colon and rectal surgeons commonly use this type of surgery to treat colon polyps, diverticulitis, inflammatory bowel diseases and rectal prolapse.
Polypectomy – The removal of abnormal colorectal tissue (polyps). Smaller polyps may be removed using minimally invasive surgery with the help of a small light and camera (endoscopic surgery). Larger polyps may require traditional, open surgery.
Robotic Surgery – A minimally invasive technique that uses robotic technology to perform complex colon and rectal procedures. The technique allows for smaller incisions and more precise movements during surgery, which means shorter hospital stays and less scarring for patients.
Sacral Neuromodulation – Used to treat fecal incontinence. A small device is implanted under the skin near the tailbone which uses a mild electrical current to stimulate the sacral nerves. This therapy works to fix the communication problem between the brain and the nerves that control bowel function.
Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery – A minimally invasive surgery option for removing certain polyps and early-stage tumors from high inside the rectum. This technique allows patients to recover faster with less pain than abdominal surgery.
Gastroenterology Treatments
Barrx™ Ablation – Barrx ablation is a procedure used to treat Barrett’s esophagus. It uses radiofrequency energy (heat) to destroy abnormal cells during an upper endoscopy. Once the abnormal cells are destroyed, new, healthy cells can grow.
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) – ERCP is a procedure that uses X-rays and an endoscope to diagnose and treat problems of the gallbladder, liver and pancreas, such as pancreatitis.
Interventional Endoscopy Procedures – With interventional endoscopy procedures, a gastroenterologist can perform minor surgery while examining your digestive tract. These types of procedures can often lead to less pain and faster recovery than more invasive surgical options.
