Dr. Nikhil Agrawal @dragrawalnikhil

GI Oncology is full of complex problems & we try to solve them. Contributed our experience on robotic Whipple procedure—a minimally invasive approach to one of the most demanding surgeries in GI oncology. The idea? Less pain, faster recovery & better outcomes. #roboticsurgery

Did you know? Nearly half of cancers are preventable. A recent study found that 44% of cancer deaths are linked to modifiable risk factors — things we can change. Prevention matters. A healthier lifestyle can be life-saving. Let’s spread awareness and act. #cancerprention

Biliary tract cancers are complex & technically demanding GI malignancies. Surgery is formidable, requiring precision, experience, & multidisciplinary coordination. Honoured to be part of the BTC conclave 2025. Grateful for the insightful discussions and shared learning.

April is Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness. Esophageal cancer occurs in the tube that connects the throat to the stomach. Key points: - Raising awareness - Promoting research - Supporting patients and families - Advocating for change

As clinicians, our constant goal is to improve patient outcomes. Role of neoadjuvant therapy in resectable pancreatic cancer is evolving. It was enlightening & thought-provoking to debate this with Dr. Manas Ranjan Sahoo at the National Conference of the Indian Chapter of IHPBA.

April is Oesophageal Cancer Awareness Month Persistent difficulty in swallowing, worsening heartburn, chest pain, or unexplained weight loss shouldn’t be ignored. Who’s at risk? - Chronic acid reflux (GERD) - Tobacco or alcohol use - Obesity Early detection saves lives!

The Sugary Menace! Sugary drinks cause diabetes & heart disease? Nature Medicine paper: sugar-sweetened beverages (sodas, energy drinks & sweetened juices) - 22 lakh diabetes and 12 lakh heart diseases Too much sugar harm your body: weight gain, diabetes, and heart problems

Bile duct cancer warning signs - Jaundice - Pain abdomen - Itching - Fever - Weight loss - Nausea & vomiting Early diagnosis can save lives! Stay alert, Stay healthy! drnikhilagrawal.com/bile-duct-canc… Dr. Nikhil Agrawal Director, GI-HPB Surgery & Oncology Max Hospital, Saket, Delhi

Stomach Cancer Awareness Month - November One of the deadliest types of cancer Progresses silently Symptoms - bloating, indigestion, and mild stomach pain - seen as minor -> delay diagnosis and treatment Correcting myths, highlighting symptoms, risk factors, and early detection

What You Need to Know About Rectal Bleeding

Robotic Surgery for Pancreatic Cancer: Faster Recovery! New research: robotic Whipple ➡️ shorter hospital stay Hospital stay: 11 vs 13.5 days Complications and deaths: 🟰 RPD is proving to be a safe and efficient option for pancreatic cancer treatment pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38428441/

Staying active could keep cancer away! MD Anderson Cancer Centre 45 mins intense cycling, 3 times a week in Lynch. Lower inflammation, higher natural killer cells & CD8+ T cells. Exercise can prevent cancer & improve overall health! 💪💚 #ExerciseAndCancerFight #HealthisWealth

Tremendous progress in GI onco Surgery Minimally Invasive Surgery: improving patient outcomes & quality of life Robotic surgery: complex operations through tiny incisions with greater precision and flexibility than open or laparoscopic drnikhilagrawal.com/blog/robotic-s… #roboticsurgery

Ulcerative Colitis Inflammation of large intestine ↑ colorectal cancer risk UC Longer & extensive: higher the risk Colonoscopy: screen early cancer Treatment: Surgery 🚫 🚬🍺healthy diet & meds ↓ inflammation & ↓ risk Early treatment improves outcomes bit.ly/uc-crc

Ampullary cancer starts in the ampulla of Vater, where the bile duct and pancreatic duct connect to the small intestine. Though rare, this cancer can be deadly if not detected in time. Here is an article to raise awareness of the disease and symptoms: drnikhilagrawal.com/ampullary-canc…

Advances in GI cancer surgery: 1. Minimally invasive techniques 2. Curative treatment of stage 4 cancers 3. Successful removal of previously inoperable tumors 4. Image-guided precision surgery 5. Organ and function preservation. 6. Multimodality treatment #cancer #Awareness

You're not completely safe from cancer! Factors: Genetics, environment, age & luck Good news! 42% of cancers are preventable by not smoking, drinking, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising, and avoiding exposure to cancer-causing pollutants. bit.ly/why-cancer #Cancer

Early detection and screening greatly improve the chances of successful treatment for gastrointestinal cancers. By catching cancer in its early stages, we can remove it before it spreads. Early detection can save lives, so don't delay! drnikhilagrawal.com/blog/gi-stomac… #Cancer

Reason we get cancer is just bad luck Research shows that 66% of cancers are due to DNA mistakes, 29% are from environment & 5% from heredity. We can't eliminate cancer risk, but we can reduce it by living healthy & avoiding cancer-causing pollutants. bit.ly/why-cancer