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MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr.Tanmaya Panda is well experienced and highly skilled in laparoscopic Surgery with more than 14 years of experience and more than 8 years of working in Apo…
MBBS, MCh - Surgical Gastroenterology/G.I. Surgery, MS - General Surgery
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Gastroenterology
Dr. Mohammad Ibrarullah is a Gastroenterologist in Gajapati Nagar, Bhubaneswar and has an experience of 37 years in this field. Dr. Mohammad Ibrarullah pract…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Manish Khasgiwale is a General Surgeon in Vijay Nagar, Indore and has an experience of 31 years in this field. Dr. Manish Khasgiwale practices at Apollo…
MBBS, DNB - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Ashish Kumar Shrivastav is a General Surgeon, Laparoscopic Surgeon, Vascular Surgeon, Bariatric Surgeon, and Laser Specialist in Viman Nagar, Pune and ha…
MBBS, DNB - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Nipanjan Ghosh is a General Surgeon in Salt Lake, Kolkata and has an experience of 24 years in this field. Dr. Nipanjan Ghosh practices at Apollo Gleneag…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. V.K.Solanki is a General Surgeon in Sector 26, Noida and has experience of 38 years in this field. Dr. V.K.Solanki practices at Apollo Hospitals in Secto…
MBBS
Surgery
Dr. Krishna Karungulam Narasimman is a General Surgeon and General Physician and has an experience of 46 years in these fields. He completed MBBS from Madras…
MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Jagat Pal Singh is a Board qualified in Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgeon with an experience of more than 3000 Laparoscopic and 400 Bariatric is dedicat…
DGO, MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Gynecology
Practising as gynaecologist and gen. Surgeon
MBBS, DNB - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Kunal C. Chhatbar says "Well versed with diagnosis and treatment of all surgical ailments. Apart from routine General Surgery cases, I am also trained in…
MS - General Surgery, MCh - Urology
Urology
Trained in urology at India's premier institute: pgimer, Chandigarh. Performing advanced urological surgeries: RIRS, URSL, bi-polar Turp, laser: lithotripsy,…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery, DNB - Surgical Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology
Dr Dinesh Zirpe has done MBBS from ACPM Medical College, Dhule. He pursued specialization and achieved M. General Surgery from Topiwala National Medical Coll…
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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.