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MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Arinjaya Jain is a General Surgeon,Laparoscopic Surgeon and Proctologist in Pitampura, Delhi and has an experience of 41 years in these fields. Dr. Arinj…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Raja Vikram is a General Surgeon in Dwarka, Delhi and has an experience of 17 years in this field. Dr. Raja Vikram practices at Bhagat Chandra Hospital i…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Vikas Gupta is a General Surgeon and Laparoscopic Surgeon in Dwarka, Delhi and has an experience of 26 years in these fields. Dr. Vikas Gupta practices a…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. NK Kulkarni is a General Surgeon at Vinayak Hospital, Delhi. When it comes to academics, he has completed his MBBS and MS in General Surgery. Over the co…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery, FRCS - General Surgery (Upper GI)
Transplant Surgeons
Dr. Subhash Gupta is a Liver Transplant,General Surgeon and GastroIntestinal Surgeon in Saket, Delhi and has an experience of 34 years in these fields. Dr. S…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Prakash Kumar Mehta is a Laparoscopic Surgeon and General Surgeon in Dwarka, Delhi and has an experience of 22 years in these fields. Dr. Prakash Kumar M…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery, MCh - Urology/Genito-Urinary Surgery
Urology
Dr. Vishal Dutt Gour is the Consultant Urologist and Male Fertility Specialist at SCI International Hospital. After graduating as a doctor from Seth GS Medic…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Saket Goel is a Senior Surgeon practicing in New Delhi since 2000. 3 years Senior Residency at Maulana Azad Medical College and associated Lok Nayak Hosp…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery, MCh - Surgical Gastroenterology/G.I. Surgery
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Gastroenterology
Dr. Shaleen Agarwal is a GastroIntestinal Surgeon in Saket, Delhi and has an experience of 25 years in this field. Dr. Shaleen Agarwal practices at Max Saket…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
In addition to day to day life we try to give back to the society by organizing medical camps with NGO’s and every month for past 5 years he has been travell…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Anshul Gupta is a General Surgeon,Proctologist and Laparoscopic Surgeon in Darya Ganj, Delhi and has an experience of 15 years in these fields. Dr. Anshu…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Kaushal Kejriwal is a General Surgeon in Dwarka, Delhi and has an experience of 23 years in this field. Dr. Kaushal Kejriwal practices at Practo Care Sur…
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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.