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MS - General Surgery, MCh - Surgical Gastroenterology/G.I. Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Soumen Chd Ray says "I am a sincere hard working ethical surgeon always ever ready for my patients."
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Sanjiv Kumar Chopra is a General Surgeon and has an experience of 33 years in this field. He completed MBBS from Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak in…
MS - General Surgery, MBBS
Surgery
Dr. Ravichandra Matcha says "I Am Dr M Ravichandra, MS General Laparoscopic Surgeon Having 14 Years of Private and 12 Years of Government Experience. Now I A…
MBBS, DNB - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Balachandar Kariappa Reddy is a General Surgeon in Greams Road, Chennai and has an experience of 21 years in this field. Dr. Balachandar Kariappa Reddy p…
MCh - Urology/Genito-Urinary Surgery, MS - General Surgery
Urology
Dr. Sandeep Deshmukh is a Urological Surgeon,Urologist and General Surgeon in Narendra Nagar, Nagpur and has an experience of 16 years in these fields. Dr. S…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Abhishek Katha is a General Surgeon in Secunderabad, Hyderabad and has an experience of 5 years in this field. Dr. Abhishek Katha practices at Apollo Hos…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
LAPAROSCOPIC AND ENDOSCOPIC GI SURGEON MINIMAL INVASIVE SURGERIES HERNIA SURGERY DIABETIC FOOT BREAST AND THYROID SURGERIES COLORECTAL SURGERIES
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Brijesh Dubey is a General Surgeon and has an experience of 26 years in this field. He completed MBBS from University of Mumbai, Mumbai in 1996 and MS -…
MBBS, MRCS (UK)
Surgery
Dr. Prashanth Patil is a General Surgeon in Indira Nagar, Nashik and has an experience of 12 years in this field. Dr. Prashanth Patil practices at Ashoka Med…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Rajat Kumar Patra is a Laparoscopic Surgeon in Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar and has an experience of 17 years in this field. Dr. Rajat Kumar Patra practices at…
MS - General Surgery, MBBS
Surgery
Dr. Yasaswini Hemaeshwara Raju is a General, Laparoscopic and Breast Surgeon at Hyderabad and has an experience of 6 +years in these fields. She completed MB…
MS - General Surgery
Urology
Dr. Anil Sharma is a Urologist and General Surgeon in Shyam Nagar, Jaipur and has an experience of 23 years in these fields. Dr. Anil Sharma practices at Par…
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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.