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Gallbladder Removal Surgery (Cholecystectomy) – Dr. Valeria Simone MD

An individual may require Cholecystectomy also known as gallbladder removal surgery, when other medical treatments donu2019t ease the pain and inflammation caused by gallstones and correlated issues. Let's explore more: https://www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com/gallbladder-removal-surgery-cholecystectomy-dr-valeria-simone-md/

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Gallbladder Removal Surgery (Cholecystectomy) – Dr. Valeria Simone MD

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  1. Gallbladder Removal Surgery (Cholecystectomy) – Dr. Valeria Simone MD By Dr. Valeria Simone MD (Southlake General Surgery, Texas, USA)

  2. Overview An individual may require Cholecystectomy also known as gallbladder removal surgery, when other medical treatments don’t ease the pain and inflammation caused by gallstones and correlated issues. Gallbladder surgery is the most common and safest surgical procedure recommended to patients. However, it has some possible risks and side effects like any other surgical procedure.

  3. Why do you need Gallbladder Removal Surgery (Cholecystectomy)? The gallbladder is a small pear-shaped organ, it is located underneath the liver on the upper right section of the abdomen. It stores and releases bile to break down fats. If your liver produces excess pigment also known as bilirubin in the bile or a higher amount of cholesterol, then you may experience gallbladder problems, that may include: • Stones in the bile duct • Gallstones • acute or chronic gallbladder inflammation because of gallstones If you experience any of these symptoms, immediately contact your doctor rather than ignore them. Your doctor may suggest gallbladder surgery to treat the symptoms. However, an individual can live a healthy life without a gallbladder.

  4. Gallbladder Surgery Procedure Gallbladder removal surgery is a standard and low-risk surgical method to remove gallstones. In this procedure, your doctor may suggest any one of these surgical procedures: • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal Surgery at Southlake General Surgery. (or Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy) • Open Surgery Laparoscopic gallbladder surgery is a minimally invasive method of removing the gallbladder. The surgeon makes 3-4 small incisions on the abdomen and inserts a small camera fitted on a tube called a laparoscope, to view inside the abdomen. Once the gallbladder is removed, the doctor closes the incision with sutures. This procedure is less painful and recovery time after gallbladder surgery is also reduced. In a few cases, the doctor may advise for open surgery. In this procedure, the doctor makes one large incision on the abdomen to remove the gallbladder.

  5. Recovery time after gallbladder surgery (Cholecystectomy) Recovery time after the gallbladder removal surgery differs because of the type of surgical procedure. After the gallbladder surgery, the patient will receive detailed instructions from the medical team on – How you can take care of the wound and avoid infection. Instruction will also advise you to avoid taking shower for at least 1 or 2 days after surgery.

  6. Recovery time after laparoscopic gallbladder surgery The recovery process after laparoscopic surgery reduces and many patients get discharged from the hospital the same day after the surgery. However, it is mandatory to have a friend or a family member at the time of discharge to drive you home safely. After laparoscopic surgery, you need to take adequate rest for about 2 weeks to resume your daily activities.

  7. Recovery time after open surgery Individuals who had open gallbladder removal surgery take slightly longer to heal and recover. You might need to stay in the hospital for about 4-5 days after gallbladder surgery. At the time of discharge from the hospital, you need to have a friend or a family member drive you home. After open surgery, it would take about 6-8 weeks to completely recover from the surgery and resume normal activities.

  8. Complications and Side Effects of the Gallbladder Surgery Gallbladder removal surgery is generally the safest procedure, however, there are some possible complications and side effects, that include: • infection after surgery. • Side effects of anesthesia after surgery. • Blood clots • Bleeding from the surgical site • Heart problems • pneumonia • bile leakage • swelling • damage to a bile duct, intestines, bowel, or blood vessels due to surgery Let’s explore more: Gallbladder Removal Surgery (Cholecystectomy) – Dr. Valeria Simone MD - Southlake General Surgery

  9. Appointment For more information of gallbladder removal surgery also known as Cholecystectomy. You can contact our healthcare experts today at +1(817) 748-0200. You can also make an online appointment with us.

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

  11. THANK YOU! SOUTHLAKE GENERAL SURGERY 1545 E. Southlake Blvd, Suite 270 Southlake, TX EMAIL: info@southlakegeneralsurgery.com VISIT US AT: www.southlakegeneralsurgery.com

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