Gallbladder Surgeries
Gallbladder surgeries primarily address issues like gallstones and inflammation. The most common procedure is Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy, a minimally invasive technique where small incisions are made in the abdomen to remove the gallbladder using a camera and specialized instruments. This method offers benefits such as reduced pain, quicker recovery, and minimal scarring compared to open surgery.
In some cases, Open Cholecystectomy is performed, especially when laparoscopic surgery is not feasible due to complications or previous surgeries. This traditional approach involves a larger incision to remove the gallbladder, often resulting in a longer recovery period and more postoperative pain.
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) may be used in conjunction to diagnose and treat gallstones that have migrated to the bile ducts, although it’s not a surgical procedure itself.
Gallbladder removal is generally recommended for patients with symptomatic gallstones, chronic cholecystitis (gallbladder inflammation), or other gallbladder-related conditions. Post-surgery, patients typically experience significant relief from symptoms like abdominal pain and nausea, though they may need to adjust their diet to accommodate changes in digestion without the gallbladder.
