Dr P. Basumani, Director, Kauvery Institute of Digestive Sciences, and Dr Aravindan Selvaraj, Co Founder and Executive Director, Kauvery Group of Hospitals, outline 24 by 7 endoscopy access and standardised care protocols across 12 units
Kauvery Group of Hospitals has operationalised dedicated GI Bleed Centres across all its hospitals in Tamil Nadu, with the model also extended to its units in Karnataka. The network now spans 12 units across the two states, aiming to provide timely and coordinated care for patients experiencing gastrointestinal bleeding.
Gastrointestinal bleeding is internal bleeding that occurs anywhere along the digestive tract and can become life threatening if not identified and treated promptly. The newly established centres are designed to ensure early evaluation, structured risk assessment, and clearly defined treatment pathways from emergency admission through discharge.
The care model integrates emergency physicians, gastroenterologists, intensivists, interventional radiologists, and surgeons. Patients are managed through a coordinated pathway that includes triage, ICU or ward admission when required, endoscopic or radiological intervention, and structured discharge planning.
The centres provide round the clock emergency endoscopy services supported by advanced therapeutic techniques such as injection therapy, band ligation, glue therapy, and coil embolisation. Interventional radiology support for angiographic embolisation and surgical expertise for complex cases are available whenever necessary.
Dr P. Basumani, Director, Kauvery Institute of Digestive Sciences, said, “GI bleeding can result from ulcers, gastric erosions, or variceal bleeds linked to liver disease. Effective management depends on early assessment, stabilisation, accurate diagnosis, and timely intervention, as delays can be life threatening. It requires a systematic, well coordinated approach. At the Kauvery GI Bleed Centre, we have streamlined evidence based protocols to ensure timely care at every stage. What truly makes a difference is teamwork, with multiple departments working seamlessly to deliver coordinated, patient centred care.”
Dr Aravindan Selvaraj, Co Founder and Executive Director, Kauvery Group of Hospitals, said, “Access to timely, specialised care is critical in managing medical emergencies. With Kauvery Hospitals across Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, we are bringing advanced GI bleed management closer to the communities we serve. Our goal is to standardise protocols across all units to ensure consistent quality, safety, and patient outcomes, regardless of location. This initiative underscores our ongoing commitment to strengthening emergency and critical care services.”
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