Dr Stelios Papasavvas

Dr. Stelios Papasavvas is a highly skilled gastroenterologist based in Paphos, Cyprus, with extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of gastrointestinal disorders. He provides a comprehensive array of diagnostic and therapeutic services aimed at addressing various digestive system conditions. With a commitment to offering high-quality care, Dr. Papasavvas is well-regarded for his proficiency in endoscopic procedures, ensuring patients receive accurate diagnoses and effective treatments.

Dr. Papasavvas offers diagnostic gastroscopy, which may include the CLO test and biopsy taking, as well as diagnostic colonoscopy and duodenoscopy using a side-view endoscope. These procedures allow for the thorough examination of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract, enabling the detection of various conditions such as ulcers, polyps, and cancers. In addition to diagnostic procedures, he performs gastroscopy and colonoscopy with polyp removal, both with and without diathermal treatment, catering to patients with polyps in the digestive system. Dr. Papasavvas also uses a piecemeal technique to remove larger polyps greater than 3 cm in size, ensuring thorough management of larger growths.

In his practice, Dr. Papasavvas also offers flexible ortho-sigmoidoscopy with or without biopsy taking and polyp removal, using both diathermal and non-diathermal methods. He is proficient in treating vascular abnormalities such as angiodysplasia, using electrocoagulation techniques during gastroscopy and colonoscopy to provide relief to patients suffering from bleeding vessels.

For patients requiring more advanced interventions, Dr. Papasavvas is skilled in endoscopic hemostasis, which includes the use of vasoconstriction agents, sclerosing substances, hemostatic clips, and electrocautery to manage bleeding in the upper and lower digestive system. He also performs endoscopic foreign body removal and treats esophageal bolus impaction, helping to alleviate discomfort and complications caused by swallowed objects.

Dr. Papasavvas specialises in endoscopic banding for the treatment of esophageal varices, a condition commonly associated with liver disease. He offers a series of treatments for esophageal varices, starting with the initial session and continuing with subsequent interventions as needed. Additionally, he is experienced in percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) and jejunostomy (PEG-J) placements, providing nutritional support for patients who are unable to ingest food orally.

Dr. Papasavvas also conducts liver biopsies, including both blind and ultrasound-guided techniques, to obtain tissue samples for diagnosis. He is proficient in removing ascitic fluid using blind or ultrasound-guided methods, which can be critical for managing fluid accumulation in patients with liver disease. For patients with gastrointestinal obstructions or strictures, he offers endoscopic stent placement in the esophagus, stomach, duodenum, small intestine, and colon.

As part of his diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities, Dr. Papasavvas performs capsule endoscopy, a non-invasive procedure that uses a wireless camera to examine the small bowel. He is also skilled in diagnostic and interventional endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) for the assessment of the hepatobiliary-pancreatic (HPB) system, which is essential in diagnosing conditions such as pancreatitis and bile duct obstructions. In addition, Dr. Papasavvas offers ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography), a procedure that combines endoscopy and fluoroscopy to diagnose and treat issues related to the bile ducts and pancreas.

Dr. Stelios Papasavvas is dedicated to providing exceptional care to his patients, with a focus on ensuring their comfort and well-being throughout the diagnostic and treatment processes. His expertise in advanced gastrointestinal procedures allows him to offer comprehensive solutions for a wide range of digestive health concerns.