Gall Bladder Surgery

Important Disclaimer: Gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) is one of the most common operations worldwide (>700,000/year in USA alone). It is the definitive treatment for gallstones causing symptoms (biliary colic, acute cholecystitis, pancreatitis, choledocholithiasis) or complications. Asymptomatic gallstones usually do NOT need surgery. This is general information — consult a surgeon. Sources: SAGES 2024 guidelines, recent RCTs/meta-analyses.

Indications for Surgery

Symptomatic gallstones (biliary colic)
Acute cholecystitis (inflamed gallbladder)
Gallstone pancreatitis
Choledocholithiasis (stones in bile duct — often ERCP first)
Gallbladder polyps >1 cm or porcelain gallbladder (cancer risk)

Step-by-Step (Laparoscopic)

General anesthesia
4 ports (one 10–12 mm umbilical, three 5 mm)
CO₂ insufflation
Critical view of safety (CVS) obtained — mandatory to prevent bile duct injury
Cystic duct & artery clipped (polymer clips most common) & divided
Gallbladder dissected from liver bed (often with energy device — Harmonic/LigaSure)
Removed in bag via umbilicus
Fascia closed at 10–12 mm port; skin glue/Steri-Strips

About Us

Aaradhya Nursing Home provides reliable and compassionate medical care for diabetes, hypertension, thyroid, and general health issues. Led by Dr. Ankita Singh (MBBS, MD), we are committed to delivering accurate diagnosis and patient-focused treatment.