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General surgery is a broad field that encompasses a wide range of procedures performed on the abdomen, including the stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, and spleen. At McLaren, our general surgeons are trained to diagnose and treat a variety of abdominal conditions, both common and complex.

Common Abdominal Conditions that Cause Pain

  • Appendicitis: Inflammation of the appendix, a small finger-like projection that extends from the large intestine. Appendicitis is a medical emergency that requires surgery to remove the appendix.
  • Cholecystitis: Inflammation of the gallbladder, a small organ that stores bile, a digestive fluid. Cholecystitis can be caused by gallstones, which are hardened deposits of bile.
  • Gallstones: Hardened deposits of bile that can form in the gallbladder or bile ducts. Gallstones can cause pain, nausea, and vomiting.
  • Hernias: A hernia occurs when an organ or tissue pushes through a weakness in the muscle wall. Hernias can occur in the groin, abdomen, or other parts of the body.
  • Diverticulitis: Inflammation of pouches (diverticula) that form in the lining of the colon. Diverticulitis can cause abdominal pain, fever, and constipation.
  • Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD): A chronic disease that causes inflammation of the digestive tract. IBD can cause abdominal pain, cramping, diarrhea, and weight loss.
  • Colon cancer: Cancer of the colon, the large intestine. Colon cancer is one of the most common cancers in the United States.

Conditions & Treatments

McLaren is committed to meeting the surgical needs of our patients in the form of both elective and critical procedures. We aim to provide excellent care throughout each assessment, surgery, and post operative recovery phase. Our General Surgery team combines their knowledge of a wide-ranging group of specialties, working alongside a team of highly certified anesthesiologists, operating room nurses, and technicians to help put you back on your feet.

MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY

  • Abdominal Wall Hernia
  • Appendix
  • Colorectal
  • Gallbladder
  • Hiatal Hernia
  • Inguinal Hernia
  • Small Bowel

GENERAL SURGERY

  • Abdominal
  • Breast
  • Colonoscopy & EGD
  • Hernia
  • Skin & Soft Tissue
  • Spleen
  • Stomach
  • Thyroid

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McLaren Thumb - General Surgery
1060 S. Van Dyke Rd. Suite 500
Bad Axe, MI 48413
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McLaren Caro - General Surgery
1800 W. Caro Rd.
Suite IV
Caro, MI 48723
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General Surgery Services at McLaren

McLaren Surgeons specialize in the latest minimally invasive surgical techniques to provide the best treatment for our patients. Our experienced surgeons will work with you to provide the best treatment plan including both non-surgical and surgical treatment options.

Hernia Repair

Hernias are caused when there is a weakness or hole in the abdominal wall. They can be painful and cause discomfort, often preventing people from taking part in physical activities they love. Ignoring symptoms may lead to complications that can be life-threatening.

Hernias are very common in physically demanding jobs, but can also be dependent on other factors, such as family history, obesity, pregnancy, straining caused by physical exercise, coughing, and smoking. Over time, a hernia can get larger and, in some cases, could progress to the point of needing immediate attention.

Gallbladder Disease

Gallstones are formed when substances in bile, like cholesterol, harden. Gallstones can be unnoticeable or asymptomatic. However, if these stones become stuck in a duct, you may experience what is called a gallbladder attack.

Appendicitis

Appendicitis is an inflamed appendix. It can cause acute (sudden, intense) pain in your lower abdomen. Your appendix is a small, tubular pouch, about the size of a finger, that protrudes from the lower right end of your large intestine. If your appendix is blocked, it can infect your appendix, leading to inflammation. Inflammation causes your appendix to swell, and when it swells, it can burst.

Cholecystitis

Cholecystitis is inflammation of the gallbladder. The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ on the right side of the abdomen, beneath the liver. In most cases, gallstones blocking the tube leading out of the gallbladder causes cholecystitis. This results in a bile buildup that can cause inflammation. Other causes of cholecystitis include bile duct problems, tumors, serious illness, and certain infections.

Diverticulitis

Diverticula are small, bulging pouches that can form in the lining of your digestive system. They are found most often in the lower part of the large intestine (colon). Diverticula are common, especially after age 40, and seldom cause problems. The presence of diverticula is known as diverticulitis. When one or more of the pouches become inflamed, and in some cases infected, that condition is known as diverticulitis.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a term that describes disorders involving long-standing (chronic) inflammation of tissues in your digestive tract. Types of IBD include Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease.

Colon Cancer

Colon cancer is a growth of cells that begins in a part of the large intestine called the colon. The colon is the first and longest part of the large intestine. Colon cancer typically affects older adults, though it can happen at any age. It usually begins as small clumps of cells called polyps that form inside the colon. Polyps generally aren't cancerous, but some can turn into colon cancers over time.

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