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MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. M.S. Kalyan Kumar, M.S., FIAGES (Gastro & Endoscopy), FMAS(Laparoscopy), is a senior consultant in Minimally Invasive & Laparoscopic Surgeries ,Proctolog…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Pramod Jain is an eminent and senior most Gastro & Laparoscopic surgeon of M.P state. He is the first Surgeon to start laparoscopic surgery in M.P.. He i…
MS - General Surgery, MBBS
Surgery
sir has 17 years of experience in general surgeon
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Abhay Agrawal is a Bariatric Surgeon and Laparoscopic Surgeon in Malad East, Mumbai and has an experience of 27 years in these fields. Dr. Abhay Agrawal…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
I am a bariatric and metabolic surgeon from Fortis hospital, Mohali with experience of more than 400 Bariatric cases. We do all types of advanced laparoscopi…
DM - Gastroenterology, MD - General Medicine, MBBS
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Gastroenterology
Dr. Lalit Shimpi is a Endoscopist (Gastro),Digestive Endoscopist and Gastroenterologist in Bhandarkar Road, Pune and has an experience of 18 years in these f…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Akheel Ahmed is a General Surgeon and has an experience of 13 years in this field. He completed MBBS from Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences Andhra Pr…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Krishna Chaitanya says "I am a general surgeon with an expertise in laparoscopy. I have been trained in hepatobiliary surgery and advanced laparoscopic s…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Srihari S R is a General Surgeon and Laparoscopic Surgeon and has an experience of 10 years in these fields. He completed MBBS from Kempegowda Institute…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery, MCh - Urology
Urology
Dr. Nilanjan Mitra is a Urological Surgeon,Andrologist and Laparoscopic Surgeon in Jodhpur Park, Kolkata and has an experience of 18 years in these fields. D…
MS - General Surgery, MBBS
Surgery
Dr. Pranjit Khanikar is a Laparoscopic Surgeon and General Surgeon in Dispur, Guwahati and has an experience of 20 years in these fields. Dr. Pranjit Khanika…
MBBS, MD - General Medicine
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Family Medicine
Dr. S. Naveen Reddy is a General Physician,Internal Medicine and General Surgeon in Somajiguda, Hyderabad and has an experience of 13 years in these fields.…
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Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a minimally invasive surgery used to remove the gallbladder, usually due to gallstones or gallbladder disease. The gallbladder is a small organ that helps in digestion by storing bile, but it is not essential for survival.
In this procedure, the surgeon uses small incisions and a camera (laparoscope) to remove the gallbladder safely. Compared to traditional open surgery, this method causes less pain, faster recovery, and smaller scars.
This surgery is mainly done to treat gallstones and related complications. It offers several benefits:
• Removes gallstones permanently: Prevents repeated pain and complications.
• Minimally invasive: Small cuts instead of a large incision.
• Faster recovery: Patients return to normal activities quickly.
• Less pain and scarring: Smaller wounds heal faster and leave minimal scars.
• Short hospital stays: Often discharged within 1 day.
This procedure may be recommended for people who:
• Have gallstones causing pain or infection.
• Experience abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting after meals.
• Have complications like gallbladder inflammation (cholecystitis).
• Have recurrent gallstone attacks affecting daily life.
1. Anesthesia
General anesthesia is given so the patient is asleep and feels no pain during the surgery.
2. Small Incisions
The surgeon makes 3–4 small cuts in the abdomen to insert surgical tools and a camera.
3. Gallbladder Removal
The gallbladder is carefully separated and removed using laparoscopic instruments.
4. Closure
The small incisions are closed with stitches or surgical glue. Recovery begins immediately.
The procedure usually takes 1–2 hours, depending on the patient’s condition.
It is performed in a hospital by a qualified laparoscopic or general surgeon. Most patients are discharged within 24 hours.
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is generally safe, but some risks may occur.
Common Effects
• Mild pain or discomfort
• Temporary bloating
• Small scars
Possible Risks (Rare)
• Infection or bleeding
• Injury to bile ducts
• Leakage of bile
• Blood clots
Following doctor instructions and regular follow-ups help reduce complications.
Laparoscopic surgery uses small cuts and a camera, while open surgery requires a large incision.
Laparoscopic method is preferred because it offers faster recovery, less pain, and shorter hospital stay compared to open surgery.
Recovery is usually quick:
• Patients can walk within a few hours after surgery.
• Normal activities can resume within 1–2 weeks.
• Light diet is recommended initially.
• Full recovery may take a few weeks.
It is used to remove the gallbladder, mainly to treat gallstones and prevent repeated pain or infection.
No, it is done under general anesthesia, so you will not feel pain during the procedure. Mild discomfort after surgery is normal.
The procedure usually takes about 1–2 hours, depending on the complexity of the case.
Most people return to normal activities within 1–2 weeks, but full recovery may take a few weeks.
Risks are rare but may include infection, bleeding, or bile duct injury. Proper care reduces these risks.
Yes, the body can function normally without a gallbladder. Bile flows directly from the liver to the intestine.
You can start with a light diet and gradually return to normal eating within a few days.
Yes, it usually offers faster recovery, less pain, and smaller scars compared to open surgery.