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Gallbladder Surgery

Gallbladder located in the abdomen holds the bile secreted by the liver. Cholecystitis and cholelithiasis are the most frequent gallbladder issues.

Individuals afflicted with some kind of gallbladder disease get the following symptoms:

  • Right upper abdominal pain
  • Fever and lack of appetite
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Yellowish discoloration of the skin and the eyes
  • Greyish-colored stools.

The cause behind the formation of gallstones is elevated cholesterol and elevated bilirubin. Also, defective emptying of the gallbladder.

Gallbladder stones should be treated early. They can cause a lot of complications such as cholecystitis and obstruction of the bile duct. It can also lead to gallbladder cancer. Generally, gallbladder problems are diagnosed with the assistance of abdominal ultrasound or endoscopic ultrasound. Sometimes, CT and MRI with laboratory tests are also used.

Treatment for gallstones is cholecystectomy. It is the removal of the gallbladder surgically. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is the most preferred method these days. Recovery takes around 3 to 4 weeks after surgery. The operation is carried out by a general surgeon or gastrointestinal surgeon.

Post-operative care to be followed:

  • Check if any infection or inflammation is present.
  • Eat a healthy diet.Full of fiber.
  • Have plenty of water.
  • Do not eat too oily and spicy food.
  • Participate in active regular exercise, following the recommendation of your physician.

So, if you are seeking a laparoscopic surgeon for gallbladder surgery in Mohali, we are here to assist you with our skilled and trained surgeons.