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MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Randeep Wadhwan is Head Department of Minimal Access Surgery, Bariatric, Metabolic Surgery & Gastrointestinal Surgery at Manipal Hospital, Dwarka
MBBS, MD - Medicine, DNB - Gastroenterology
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Gastroenterology
Dr. Pallavi Garg has performed more than 15000 diagnostic and therapeutic upper GI endoscopies including biopsies, EVL, brush cytology, stenting, glue inject…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
General & Laparoscopic Surgeon, MBBS, MS (Surgery)
MBBS, MS - General Surgery, Fellowship in Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgical Oncology, Senior Residency Training Program (Surgical Oncology)
Surgery
Dr. Archit Pandit has been trained in surgical oncology at All India Institute of Medical Sciences(A.I.I.M.S), New Delhi. He specialises in Laparoscopic and…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Shailendra Kumar Jain is an undisputed surgeon of west Delhi with 17 years of experience. He completed his MBBS in 1995 from Gajra Raja Medical College,…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
"Dr. Vinod Kumar Singh is a General Surgeon, Laparoscopic Surgeon, Vascular Surgeon, Proctologist and a Laser Specialist in Delhi. He practices at Pristyn Ca…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Kapil Kochhar is an expert in Minimal Invasive Surgery with close to two decades of clinical and teaching experience. Apart from serving at senior positi…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
"Dr Sukhvinder Singh Saggu is a leading Bariatric and Advanced Laparoscopic surgeon with over 18 years of post-graduate experience. Dr Saggu’s prime focus is…
MBBS, DNB - General Surgery
Surgery
General & Laparoscopic Surgeon with experience in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery- Lap fundoplication, Bariatric Surgery Lap Ventral Hernia, Lap Inguinal Herni…
MBBS, MD - Medicine, DM - Hepatology
Gastroenterology
Having successfully treated numerous patients, Dr. Amrish Sahney is a leading name in the field of gastroenterology & hepatology. He has been widely acknowle…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Manish Kulshrestha has been extensively trained in General and Laparoscopic surgery. He has been practicing for more than 15 years. He was earlier attach…
Doctor of Medicine, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Pankaj Solanki is a Surgeon practicing in Rohini with an experience of 8 years. He has worked with Babasaheb Ambedkar Hospital, MVH, JJIMS. Dr. Pankaj So…
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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.