Dr. Prashant Rao's Surgical Gastro Clinic

29/09/2026

Laparoscopic Left Hemicolectomy for a Large Splenic Flexure Mass

Sharing a challenging laparoscopic colorectal case demonstrating Left Hemicolectomy for a large splenic flexure mass.

The video focuses on the technical aspects of operating around the splenic flexure, including:

🔹 Adequate exposure and mobilisation
🔹 Maintaining the correct surgical planes
🔹 Careful dissection around the spleen and pancreatic tail
🔹 Vascular pedicle control
🔹 Safe mobilisation and resection of the splenic flexure

Large splenic flexure lesions can make laparoscopic dissection particularly demanding, and good exposure, traction–countertraction and respect for the surrounding anatomy are essential.

🎥 Watch the complete operative video:
https://youtu.be/Zd2flrfaPO8

Dr Prashant R Rao
Senior Consultant GI-HPB Cancer & Laparoscopic Surgeon
🌐 gastrocancersurgeon.in
📞 Appointments: 099304 74333

Surgery

In this video, I demonstrate a Laparoscopic Left Hemicolectomy for ...

28/09/2026

Understanding Laparoscopic Sigmoid Colo-Vaginoplasty

Sharing an educational overview of Laparoscopic Sigmoid Colo-Vaginoplasty, a technically demanding reconstructive procedure.

This illustration summarises the key stages of the procedure:

🔹 Sigmoid colon mobilisation with preservation of the vascular arcade
🔹 Conduit creation with intact vascular supply
🔹 Vascular preservation and conduit preparation
🔹 Neovagina creation and fixation

The fundamental surgical goal is a well-vascularised, tension-free conduit with appropriate mobilisation and fixation.

📚 I’m sharing this image as a quick visual overview of the procedure.

🎥 To understand the procedure in greater detail, watch the complete operative video:
Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lySosqfTOGs

Dr Prashant R Rao
Senior Consultant GI-HPB Cancer & Laparoscopic Surgeon
🌐 gastrocancersurgeon.in
📞 Appointments: 099304 74333

Surgery

28/09/2026

Preparing the Esophagus for ICG-Guided Heller’s Cardiomyotomy

A clean esophageal lumen is an important prerequisite when using intraluminal ICG fluorescence during Heller’s cardiomyotomy.

Sharing this quick-reference image highlighting the three key steps:

🔹 Ryle’s tube placement — keep the tip within the esophageal lumen
🔹 Thorough esophageal lavage — until the return fluid is clear
🔹 Intraluminal ICG instillation — allowing adequate time for mucosal uptake

The aim is simple:

Clean lumen → optimal ICG uptake → clear fluorescence → more precise myotomy

🎥 Watch the complete operative video on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/xBcsIDX6b08

Dr Prashant R Rao
Senior Consultant GI-HPB Cancer & Laparoscopic Surgeon
🌐 gastrocancersurgeon.in
📞 Appointments: 099304 74333

Surgery

28/09/2026

Laparoscopic Bleeding: Know the Source, Control It Safely

Bleeding during laparoscopic surgery can be stressful, but a calm, systematic approach is essential for safe management.

I’m sharing these two quick-reference images covering:

🔹 Common causes of bleeding in laparoscopic surgery
🔹 The Five Rules of Laparoscopic Bleeding Control
🔹 Practical principles for identifying and controlling the source safely

Remember:
Stay calm → Compress first → Clear the field → Identify the source → Control under direct vision.

📚 Save these images for quick reference.

🎥 Want to learn more? Watch the detailed video:
https://youtu.be/eiAcTL1jBTY
Dr Prashant R Rao
Senior Consultant GI-HPB Cancer & Laparoscopic Surgeon
🌐 gastrocancersurgeon.in
📞 Appointments: 099304 74333

Surgery

28/09/2026

TME Dissection | The Holy Plane of Heald

Sharing a short surgical teaching video on TME dissection in the Holy Plane of Heald, focusing on some important technical nuances that help maintain the correct plane and preserve the mesorectal envelope.

🔹 Identifying the correct avascular plane
🔹 Sharp dissection
🔹 Effective traction–countertraction
🔹 Avoiding injury to the presacral fascia and venous plexus
🔹 Protecting the pelvic autonomic nerves

I have also attached two educational images explaining the anatomy and key technical principles.

🎥 Watch the 1-minute surgical video and learn more:
https://youtu.be/bshRVEjES5E

Dr Prashant R Rao
Senior Consultant GI-HPB Cancer & Laparoscopic Surgeon
🌐 gastrocancersurgeon.in
📞 Appointments: 099304 74333

**alSurgery Surgery

28/09/2026

COLOCON 2026 | Complete Academic Sessions Now Available on YouTube

Hello everyone,

We are pleased to share the complete video recordings from COLOCON 2026 – Masterclass in Laparoscopic & Robotic Colorectal Surgery, held on 12th September 2026 at LTMMC & LTMGH, Sion, Mumbai.

The playlist includes the academic sessions covering:

* Right Colon Masterclass
* Left Colon Masterclass
* Troubleshooting in Colonic Surgery
* Re**al Surgery Masterclass
* Troubleshooting in Re**al Surgery
* Take-home Messages & Key Learning Points

Watch the complete COLOCON 2026 playlist:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWTYFt-tPTlE

We hope these recordings will be useful for GI surgeons, colorectal surgeons, general surgeons, residents, fellows and trainees.

Learn • Share • Innovate • Excel

Regards,
Dr. Prashant R. Rao

28/09/2026

Laparoscopic Right Hemicolectomy | IRETA Technique

Sharing my latest Educational operative video demonstrating Laparoscopic Right Hemicolectomy using the IRETA (Initial Retrocolic Endoscopic Tunnel Approach) technique.

The video focuses on the surgical anatomy, development of the retrocolic tunnel, identification of the correct embryological plane, and step-by-step mobilisation of the right colon.

IRETA provides a structured approach to right colonic mobilisation and helps demonstrate the relevant retroperitoneal anatomy clearly.

🎥 Watch the complete surgical video on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/0eDpmCUkCU4

The video is intended for General Surgeons, GI Surgeons, colorectal surgeons, laparoscopic surgeons, residents and surgical trainees.

Dr Prashant R Rao
Senior Consultant GI-HPB Cancer & Laparoscopic Surgeon
🌐 gastrocancersurgeon.in
📞 Appointments: 099304 74333

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20/09/2026

COLOCON 2026 | A Few Memories from a Wonderful Academic Day

Sharing a few glimpses from COLOCON 2026 – Masterclass in Laparoscopic & Robotic Colorectal Surgery, held on 12th September 2026 at LTMMC & LTMGH, Sion, Mumbai.

It was a privilege to host the 4th Annual Conference of the Department of Surgical Gastroenterology & GI-HPB Oncosurgery, LTMMC & LTMGH, bringing together an excellent group of faculty, chairpersons, colleagues and young surgeons for a focused day of learning and discussion in colorectal surgery.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to making COLOCON 2026 a meaningful academic meeting.

Learn • Share • Innovate • Excel

11/09/2026

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