Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal Surgery – Dr. Valeria Simone MD

1. LAPAROSCOPIC GALLBLADDER REMOVAL SURGERY By: Dr. Valeria Simone MD (Southlake General Surgery, Texas, USA)

2. OVERVIEW Laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery is also known as minimally invasive surgery, wherein small incisions are made close to the affected area to insert the laparoscope and other specialized surgical tools to remove the gallbladder. Laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery at Southlake General Surgery, Texas, is performed by our board-certified general surgeon, Dr. Valeria Simone MD. The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ located near the liver in the right upper abdomen. The gallbladder stores bile created in the liver and discharges it into the small intestine to help break down and absorb dietary fats. Life without a gallbladder is not difficult and a person can easily digest food and have normal digestion with some diet adjustments. Gallbladder surgery is recommended if it turns out to be infected and inflamed. Laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery is the most common surgical procedure and is also known as laparoscopic cholecystectomy.

3. What is the reason for performing laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery? If an individual is diagnosed with gallstones and their complications, the doctor may recommend having laparoscopic gallbladder surgery. The condition of gallstones in the gallbladder is also known as cholelithiasis. The size of the gallstones can be as small as a sand grain to a golf ball. Few people may develop one single gallstone, while other individuals may have several gallstones. The doctor may suggest this sort of surgery if you have the following: • Biliary dyskinesia happens when the gallbladder doesn’t discharge bile properly because of a problem. • Choledocholithiasis happens when gallstones move to the common bile duct and mainly develop blockage that stops the gallbladder and the rest of the biliary function from draining. • Cholecystitis is also known as gallbladder inflammation. • Pancreatitis is pancreatic inflammation due to gallstones.

4. Risk factors of a Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal Surgery Every surgical procedure has its risks and complications. However, very few surgeries, like laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery, are considered one of the safest surgeries and have an exceedingly rare risk and complications which include: • anesthesia or other medicines may cause adverse reaction, such as allergies • bleeding, infection, or damage to blood veins • blood clots • injury or damage to the liver, bile duct, or small intestine • heart problems like rapid heart rate • pancreatitis

5. What should I do before Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal Surgery? Your doctor will prescribe various tests before surgery to ensure your health is good enough for the surgical procedure. Tests will include: • a complete physical examination • blood tests • gallbladder imaging tests • a detailed review of your medical condition and medical history It is always recommended to discuss with your PCP – your family history of any medical condition, your pregnancy, and any medication you are taking, such as over-the-counter (OTC) drugs or supplements. Your doctor may suggest you stop the medicines before your surgery. Your doctor will brief you about the surgical procedure, which includes: • avoid drinking and eating anything for a couple of hours or more before surgery. • having somebody to remain with you just after the surgical procedure. • arrangement of the shower with a special antibacterial soap the night prior or the same day of the surgery • your ride to home. • arrangement for hospital stays in case of any complications.

6. How is Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal Surgery performed? You will get an IV to inject medication and fluids through your vein. The doctor uses general anesthesia in this surgery and you will be asleep to avoid any pain or discomfort during the procedure. In laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery, the laparoscopic surgeon makes 3–4 small incisions close to the affected area to insert the laparoscope, which is a small tube with a mini camera on top to view inside the abdomen and locate the gallbladder. The surgeon inserts the other special surgical tools through the incisions. Your stomach is inflated with gas to make space and help the surgeon remove the gallbladder. Let’s explore more: Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal Surgery - Dr. Valeria Simone MD - Southlake General Surgery

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8. Medically Reviewed By: Dr. Valeria Simone MD Board-certified General Surgeon at Southlake General Surgery, Texas, USA. Follow us on Facebook and YouTube. Source: Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal Surgery - Dr. Valeria Simone MD - Southlake General Surgery

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