Gastroenterology

Care is delivered through a multidisciplinary, patient-centered approach, where gastroenterologists, surgeons, dietitians, physiotherapists, psychologists or psychiatrists, and specialized nursing staff work together to design individualized treatment plans. Complex cases are discussed in multidisciplinary conferences to ensure coordinated care and optimal clinical decisions.

Specialized management of intestinal failure

We have extensive expertise in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Patients have access to advanced medical therapies such as modern biologic and immunomodulatory treatments, nutritional support, and close monitoring of disease activity. When surgery is required, minimally invasive and reconstructive procedures are performed with a focus on preserving function and improving quality of life.

Karolinska University Hospital also offers highly specialized care for intestinal failure, where treatment is tailored to each patient and may include advanced nutritional therapy, long-term parenteral nutrition, and coordinated home-based care. Selected patients may be evaluated for surgical interventions to improve intestinal function or for transplantation when appropriate, always with a strong emphasis on patient education and safety.

Functional and motility disorders – a multidisciplinary perspective

For patients with functional and motility-related gastrointestinal disorders, such as swallowing disorders, gastroparesis, chronic constipation, diarrhea, and rare dysmotility syndromes, we provide thorough evaluation and highly individualized treatment. These conditions often involve complex interactions between the gut, nervous system, and brain, and care is therefore planned in close collaboration across specialties.

Advanced, non-invasive diagnostic techniques are a cornerstone of our services. Intestinal ultrasound and capsule endoscopy allow detailed, radiation-free assessment of the gastrointestinal tract and enable real-time monitoring of disease activity, reducing the need for invasive procedures while supporting precise treatment decisions.

Research-integrated care and international expertise

All gastroenterology care at Karolinska University Hospital is closely integrated with clinical research and innovation, ensuring that patients benefit from the latest scientific advances and, when appropriate, access to clinical trials. For international patients, this means coordinated, evidence-based care delivered with a strong focus on quality, safety, and long-term outcomes.