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MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Satish Pattanshetti is a General surgeon who has expertise in single port laparoscopic and endoscopic surgery, Bariatric and metabolic surgery and roboti…
MBBS, DNB - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Manish Baijal is a Bariatric Surgeon and Laparoscopic Surgeon in Saket, Delhi and has an experience of 26 years in these fields. Dr. Manish Baijal practi…
MBBS, DNB - General Surgery
Surgery
A calm and compose persona, my association with Healing Hand clinic has been a vital element in widening the scope of services that the clinic offers . The e…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Suresh Kumar Chhabra is a General Surgeon and has an experience of 19 years in this field. He completed MBBS from Maharishi Dayanand University in 1985 a…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Vinod Kumar Nigam is a General Surgeon in Sushant Lok I, Gurgaon and has an experience of 52 years in this field. Dr. Vinod Kumar Nigam practices at Max…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery, MCh - Surgical Gastroenterology/G.I. Surgery
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Gastroenterology
Dr. D. Kannan is one of the senior most surgeons with vast experience in the GI Surgery. He completed MBBS from Madras Medical College, Chennai in 1982,MS -…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Rahul Shelke is a General Surgeon,Laparoscopic Surgeon and Proctologist in Viman Nagar, Pune and has an experience of 22 years in these fields. Dr. Rahul…
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Seema Patni is a General Surgeon and has an experience of 31 years in this field. She completed MBBS from University of Rajasthan in 1987 and MS - Genera…
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. Ashish Dhadas is a General Surgeon in Dombivli East, Thane and has an experience of 18 years in this field. Dr. Ashish Dhadas practices at Icon Hospital…
MBBS, DNB - General Surgery
Surgery
Dr. Deepti Thakkar is a General, Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgeon in Hyderabad
MBBS, MS - Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Fellowship in Laparoscopy
Surgery
Dr. Vimee Bindra is a renowned Gynecologist and Obstetrician in Hyderabad and is a Consultant in Apollo Group of Hospitals, Hyderabad. Dr. Bindra is also a p…
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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.