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December 24, 2021

Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal.

Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal

Gallbladder is a small pear-shaped organ in the abdomen. The liver secretes bile and the gallbladder collects it and releases it into the intestine as needed for the digestion of fatty foods. Sometimes bile collected in the gallbladder forms crystals. When these crystals move into the bile duct, the thin tube that carries bile to the intestine, they may block the duct leading to inflammation of gallbladder. This condition is called cholecystitis. Gallstones moving through the duct is extremely painful and a gallbladder inflammation is a serious condition.

Symptoms of gallstones:

  • Pain in the right side of the abdomen reaching the back/ shoulder
  • Fever
  • Jaundice
  • Nausea
  • Bloated feeling

Gallbladder inflammation can be cured by surgically removing the gallbladder.

Surgical removal of gallbladder called cholecystectomy is the preferred treatment to cure the condition.

Traditional cholecystectomy involves a large incision in the abdomen. Today laparoscopic cholecystectomy offers a minimally invasive way of removing the gallbladder.

Laparoscopic gallbladder removal.

During a laparoscopic gallbladder removal a few small incisions are made on the right side of the abdomen. A laparoscope is a thin tube with a light and a camera at the end. This is inserted through an incision and it transmits pictures to a screen. The abdomen may be inflated with carbon dioxide to make it easier to operate. Special surgical instruments are inserted through the incisions and the gallbladder is removed guided by the images on the screen.

Benefits of cholecystectomy

  • Infected gallbladder is removed
  • Life threatening complications are avoided
  • You will get pain relief
  • Gallbladder removal prevents formation of gallstones
  • Life threatening infection is avoided

Advantages of laparoscopic cholecystectomy

  • Shorter duration of surgery
  • Very small incisions
  • Minimum tissue damage
  • Very little risk of complications
  • Very little pain
  • Short hospital stay
  • Quick recovery and return to normal activities

After surgery care

  • Follow all the instructions given by your surgeon regarding medication, diet, rest and activity
  • Drink plenty of water
  • Avoid constipation by eating a high fibre diet
  • Avoid lifting heavy objects
  • Gradually increase activity as advised by your surgeon

Gastroenterology is our super speciality. Highly experienced surgeons offer the latest procedures for all digestive tract problems. Laparoscopic surgery for all gastro problems is available. We will evaluate your condition and suggest the most suitable procedure for your quick recovery and return to normal life.

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