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Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Treatment in Broadway, Kolkata

Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Treatment in Broadway, Kolkata

If you are suffering from gallstones that are causing persistent or chronic gallbladder disease and leading to further complications, gallbladder removal is crucial. The surgery to remove the gallbladder is called Cholecystectomy. The gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ that stores bile, a digestive fluid made in the liver. Cholecystectomy is a common and safe surgery with only a small risk of complications. This surgery can be done through Open or laparoscopic techniques. Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy is mostly preferred as it is a minimally invasive procedure done using small incisions, so you can go home the same day. This surgery involves the use of specialised surgical instruments and a laparoscope, which provides a detailed view of the gallbladder and its surrounding structures, helping in the precise removal of the gallbladder. The gallbladder removal may also be done for other types of gallbladder disease, and you can lead a healthy life without it by using some precautions and doctors' advice.

Manipal Hospitals, Broadway, Surgical Gastro Department prioritises patient comfort and dedicates itself to enhancing the lives of patients. Thus, we adopt the latest and most advanced techniques, like Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy, to remove the gallbladder, reducing complications and alleviating symptoms. We also ensure a quicker recovery and prevent future gallstone-related issues with proper follow-up checkups, contributing to an overall improvement in quality of life for patients.

Consult our surgical gastro hospital if you need Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Treatment in Broadway, Kolkata.

If you are suffering from gallstones that are causing persistent or chronic gallbladder disease and leading to further complications, gallbladder removal is crucial. The surgery to remove the gallbladder is called Cholecystectomy. The gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ that stores bile, a digestive fluid made in the liver.

FAQ's

The gallbladder removal surgery is recommended by the doctor in the following cases:

  • Gallbladder disease interferes with your quality of life, poses significant health risks, and is getting worse

  • Gallstones cause symptoms (cholelithiasis)

  • Gallbladder inflammation (cholecystitis)

  • Gallstones in the bile duct, which can block the flow of the bile (choledocholithiasis)

  • Large gallbladder polyps, which can become cancerous

  • Possibility of gallbladder cancer

  • Pancreas inflammation from gallstones (pancreatitis)

Based on your medical condition and other factors, your doctor will decide whether you need a Cholecystectomy or not. 
 

  • A Cholecystectomy is generally a planned procedure, often done before it becomes an emergency. Sometimes, it may be done urgently without any preparation.

  • The doctor will explain your condition, explain why the procedure is needed, and give you time to think about it and prepare.

  • Before the surgery, the doctor will ensure you’re healthy enough for the surgery through blood tests and other screenings. 

  • The doctor will tell you the benefits and risks associated with the Laparoscopic technique if it is chosen for you.

  • You may need to stop eating and drinking the night before the surgery. Also, certain medications may be stopped before the surgery to reduce complications and ensure safety.

  • Arrange for someone to take you home and support you on the first day after the surgery.

  • The surgery is usually performed under general anaesthesia so that you won’t wake up during the procedure.

  • An IV line will be inserted in your arm to give you fluids and medications.

  • After you become unconscious, a breathing tube will be placed to keep your airway open during the procedure.

  • During a Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy, the surgeon will make small incisions in your abdomen, near your belly button.

  • Two to three keyhole incisions are also made in your upper right abdomen.

  • Insert a small tube in one of the incisions to pump carbon dioxide gas through it, which helps in inflating the abdomen. This, in turn, separates the abdominal walls from other organs.

  • Then a tube with a tiny video camera is passed through one of the incisions.

  • The laparoscope helps project images onto a video monitor.

  • The surgeon uses tools inserted through the other incisions to remove your gallbladder while observing the procedure on a video monitor.

  • If there are concerns about gallstones or other issues in your bile duct, an imaging test like an X-ray or ultrasound may be used.

  • After the gallbladder is removed, the incisions are closed, and the gas is released from the abdomen. 

  • The procedure will take about 1 to 2 hours.

  • A Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy may not be suitable for everyone. Thus, sometimes the surgeon may start laparoscopically but need to make a larger incision due to scar tissue from previous surgeries or complications.

  • After the surgery, you will be taken to a recovery area until the effects of anaesthesia wear off:

  • If it is an outpatient procedure, you will be discharged from the recovery room on the same day.

  • It may occasionally be necessary to spend the night in the hospital.

  • You will be given pain medications to ease pain and discomfort.

  • Once your vitals stabilise and you are fully awake, you can eat and drink without pain and walk without help. 

  • Then you will be discharged with post-operative instructions and a follow-up appointment schedule. 

This procedure helps relieve the pain and discomfort associated with gallstones. In addition, after the removal of the gallbladder, you will be relieved from regular hospital visits due to recurring gallstones and their associated complications. Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy offers various benefits over Open Surgery. These are:

  • Small size incisions

  • Precise removal

  • Better treatment outcomes

  • Less chances of complications

  • Less pain

  • Faster recovery

  • Short hospital stay

  • Reduced scarring

There are always small risks involved in every surgery, which can be reduced with the expertise of the surgeon and immediate attention to these issues. Also, the risks are minimised in the case of laparoscopic surgery. The risks associated with Cholecystectomy are:

  • Infection

  • Anaesthesia complications

  • Injury to nearby organs

  • Blood clots

  • Pancreatitis

  • Bile reflux

  • Injury to nearby blood vessels, leading to excessive bleeding

  • Bile duct injury causes the leakage of bile

The recovery time will depend on your overall health and the type of procedure undergone. In the case of Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy, the recovery is faster and can take around 1-2 weeks. You can return to work after 2 weeks, but in case more physical activity is required, ask your doctor for personalised advice.