Gall bladder removal surgery and diet

1. Gall bladder removal surgery and diet

2. The gall bladder surgery to remove gall bladder is medically termed as Cholecystectomy and it is one of the commonest albeit elective surgical procedures in India. Gallbladder surgery in Mumbaiis competitively cheaper than other metro cities of the country. The gall bladder is a small sac like organ that is located on the upper right portion of the abdomen. The main function of gallbladder is to store the extra bile and release it to help in the process of digestion. • Gall bladder surgery is recommended in following conditions • Complications arising from gallstones such as slipping of the stone into the common bile duct, biliary pancreatitis etc. • Biliary colic which causes pain in abdomen. • Inflammation in gall bladder

3. Generally asymptomatic patients may not be advised immediate surgery however patients who have gall bladder stones but are not showing any symptoms (silent gallstones) can also be offered a gall bladder surgery. In case of symptomatic gall stones the common indications for surgery include: • Sudden, intense, and unbearable abdominal pain especially on the right side • Jaundice • Feeling sick and bloated • Nausea, vomiting • Fever • Who has a high risk of gallbladder problems? • Women • People with obesity • Age > 40 • Family history of gallstones. • Options for gall bladder surgery • There are two options for gallbladder removal • Laparoscopic cholecystectomy or keyhole gallbladder surgery which is done by making several small incisions on the abdomen and then removing the gallbladder. This procedure has quick recovery rate and small chances of complications. This is presently the standard of care across the world.

4. Open cholecystectomy is done by making a large cut on the tummy to gain access to gallbladder. • Looking for advice: Dr Aparna Govil Bhasker is one of the best gallbladder surgeon in Mumbai. • Most cholecystectomies are done using the minimally invasive laparoscopic method but, in some cases, open surgery also might be used. Laparoscopic gallbladder removal might not be an option for you if • You have multiple episodes of severe gallbladder inflammation or scars. • You have had early surgery in your upper abdomen and have multiple adhesions. • You are severely obese. • You have bleeding problems during surgery. • You live in an area where there is a shorted of trained staff for laparoscopic surgery. • Both types of gall bladder surgery are done under general anaesthesia. • Gallbladder removal surgery cost in Mumbai may differ by patient condition and the necessity for surgery. • Recovery Procedure • The patient can go home on the next day and return to normal activities in about 10 to 14 days. Open surgery requires a longer hospital stay. • For a proper and sustained recovery, one should follow the instructions given by surgeon and stick to a healthy and balanced diet for life.

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