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MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Anuj Kumar Kundalia is a General Surgeon and Laparoscopic Surgeon in Laxmi Nagar, Delhi and has an experience of 24 years in these fields. Dr. Anuj Kumar…
MBBS, Diploma in Anesthesiology, MS - General Surgery, Doctor of Psychology, PhD - Gastrointestinal Surgery
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Gastroenterology
Dr. Pramod Kumar Mishra is a GastroIntestinal Surgeon and General Surgeon in Vaishali, Ghaziabad and has an experience of 38 years in these fields. Dr. Pramo…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Vipin Kumar Grover is a General Surgeon in Vikas Puri, Delhi and has an experience of 36 years in this field. Dr. Vipin Kumar Grover practices at Practo…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery, DNB - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Sushant Verma is a General Surgeon in Pitampura, Delhi and has an experience of 11 years in this field. Dr. Sushant Verma practices Pitampura Delhi. He c…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery, DNB - Surgical Gastroenterology
Surgery
Dr Manish Jain works as Principal Consultant GI and Hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) Oncosurgery at Max Healthcare, Saket, New Delhi. With His expertise in adv…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Alok Agarwal is a General Surgeon in Ashok Vihar, Delhi and has an experience of 28 years in this field. Dr. Alok Agarwal practices at Practo Care Surger…
MS - General Surgery, DNB - Surgical Gastroenterology, MBBS
Gastroenterology
Dr Manoj Gupta is a Liver Transplant & GastroIntestinal Surgeon. Dr Gupta has an experience of more than 500 liver transplant surgeries. His areas of special…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Ashish Kumar is a General Surgeon,Laparoscopic Surgeon and Proctologist in Rohini, Delhi and has an experience of 9 years in these fields. He completed M…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery, DNB - Surgical Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology
Dr. Saleem Naik is an MBBS post graduate from Gandhi Medical College, 2002, he did MS from Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University, Raipur and went ahead with DNB…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. R. S. Gandhi is a General Surgeon and Laparoscopic Surgeon in Vikas Puri, Delhi and has an experience of 32 years in these fields. Dr. R. S. Gandhi pract…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery, DNB - Surgical Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology
Dr. Dinesh Singhal is a GastroIntestinal Surgeon in Saket, Delhi and has an experience of 29 years in this field. Dr. Dinesh Singhal practices at Max Super S…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Kumar Manish is a Bariatric Surgeon,Laparoscopic Surgeon and General Surgeon in Greater Kailash Part 2, Delhi and has an experience of 27 years in these…
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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.