Dr. Bharat Pothuri is a board-certified gastroenterologist and the founder of GastroDoxs. With extensive experience in digestive health, he specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures, chronic GI disorder management, and preventive care. Dr. Pothuri is dedicated to providing expert, patient-focused insights to help improve gut health and overall well-being.
He reviews your symptom history-especially epigastric pain, vomiting patterns, and feeding or digestion issues. He examines your abdomen for tenderness or signs of duodenal obstruction.
We draw labs to rule out pancreatitis or other causes of abdominal pain by checking pancreatic enzymes (amylase, lipase), inflammatory markers, and nutritional status.
An upper endoscopy (EGD) may be performed to directly observe duodenal narrowing and evaluate mucosal health.
In rare cases, genetic panels or motility studies help clarify complex anatomy or associated syndromes.
Dr. Pothuri has treated more than 1K patients, helping individuals improve their digestive health and overall well-being through expert, personalized care.
With over 20 years of experience, GastroDoxs has been a trusted provider of gastroenterology care, focusing on delivering the best outcomes for patients
Dr. Bharat Pothuri is a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist. With extensive experience in digestive health, he specializes in advanced endoscopic procedures, chronic GI disorder management, and preventive care. Dr. Pothuri is dedicated to providing expert, patient-focused insights to help improve gut health and overall well-being.
An annular pancreas is a rare congenital condition where pancreatic tissue forms a ring around the duodenum, potentially causing obstruction or digestive issues.
Symptoms include abdominal pain, vomiting (especially of bile), fullness, and feeding intolerance in infants; adults may have pain, nausea, or pancreatitis.
Diagnosis often involves imaging studies like CT scan, MRI, or endoscopic ultrasound; an upper GI series can show duodenal narrowing from the pancreatic ring.
Mild cases can be managed with dietary changes and enzyme supplements; surgical bypass (e.g., duodenojejunostomy) is used for significant obstruction or recurrent symptoms.
No. Surgery is reserved for patients with symptomatic obstruction or recurrent pancreatitis; asymptomatic individuals may only need monitoring.
Yes. It can cause chronic pancreatitis, peptic ulcers, or malabsorption if not treated; early intervention helps prevent these issues.
With appropriate treatment, most patients have good outcomes. Surgical bypass resolves obstruction, and enzyme therapy manages digestive function effectively.
