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MBBS, DNB - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Somyaa Khuller is a General Surgeon,Proctologist and Laparoscopic Surgeon in Bellandur, Bangalore and has an experience of 11 years in these fields. Dr.…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery, MCh - Vascular Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Hemanth Kumar Pandharpurkar is a Vascular Surgeon and General Surgeon in Old Airport Road, Bangalore and has an experience of 26 years in these fields. D…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Tulip is a qualified Bariatric and Laparoscopic Surgeon. A keen researcher and teacher, Dr. Tulip has been conducting training courses in bariatric surge…
MBBS, DNB - General Surgery
Surgery
With over a decade's experience as a Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Nagabhushan has been actively involved in teaching & training, and in the conduct of mu…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. B. S Giridhar is a General Surgeon at NU Hospitals, Bangalore. His surgical speciality focuses on abdominal contents including oesophagus, stomach, small…
DNB - General Surgery, MBBS
Surgery
Dr. Aritra Ghosh says "Hi all Dr Aritra Ghosh here.. I am a practising General, Laparoscopic Surgeon in Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore My fields of i…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery, Fellow HPB Surgery & Liver Transplant (Singapore)
Surgery
Dr. Kenneth D’Cruz is a senior consultant at Cytecare Cancer Hospital and has been in the field of surgical gastro-intestinal oncology for nearly two decades…
MBBS, DNB - General Surgery, FRCS - General Surgery, FICS
Surgery
Dr Natarajan is a highly trained and experienced surgeon at Columbia Asia referral hospital - Yeshwanthpur. After his graduation from KIMS, Bangalore Univers…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery, FRCS - General Surgery
Surgery
How many time has it happened that you hear a name and your confidence levels in a particular treatment reach a new high. Dr Anil S Mehta is one such name. A…
MCh - Surgical Oncology, MS - General Surgery, MBBS
Surgery
Dr. Suraj Manjunath, MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Surgical Oncology) Visiting Fellow (Sur Onc and MIS), Detroit Medical Center, Wayne State University Vi…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Azeez Pasha is a Consultant Vascular Surgeon at Manipal Hospital, Bangalore. An MBBS, MS and FVES, Dr. Pasha has immense experience in the field of vascu…
MS - General Surgery, MBBS, Fellowship in Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgical Oncology
Surgery
Dr. G Moinoddin is the Head of Bariatric and Laparoscopic Surgery at Gleneagles Global Hospitals, Richmond Road Bangalore. He specializes in minimally invasi…
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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.