Laparoscopic Surgery Gallbladder Removal- What You Need to Know

 


Laparoscopic surgery gallbladder removal is a minimally invasive surgery in which small incisions and specialized tools are used to remove a diseased or inflamed gallbladder. The gallbladder is a small organ located just below your liver in your right upper abdomen. It stores bile, which is a liquid produced in the liver. The gallbladder releases bile into the small bowel to help break down and absorb dietary fats.Normal digestion is possible without a gallbladder. A removal is a treatment option if it becomes significantly diseased or inflamed.Laparoscopic removal is the most common type of gallbladder removal surgery. It’s formally known as laparoscopic cholecystectomy.

Why is a laparoscopic gallbladder removal performed?

The main reason for having a gallbladder removed is the presence of gallstones and the complications they cause. The presence of gallstones is called cholelithiasis. Gallstones form inside the gallbladder from substances in the bile that become solid. They can be as small as a grain of sand and as large as a golf ball.

You might also need this type of surgery if you have the following-

biliary dyskinesia, which occurs when the gallbladder doesn’t empty bile correctly due to a defect choledocholithiasis, which occurs when gallstones move to the common bile duct and potentially cause a blockage that prevents the gallbladder and rest of the biliary tree from draining

cholecystitis, which is an inflammation of the gallbladder

pancreatitis, which is an inflammation of the pancreas that is related to gallstones

Laparoscopic surgery is preferred to open surgery because your surgeon makes smaller incisions. Smaller incisions reduce your risk of infection, bleeding, and recovery time.
What are the risks of laparoscopic gallbladder removal?

Laparoscopic gallbladder removal is considered safe. The complication rate is between .5 and 6 percent! Every surgical procedure carries some major complication risks, but they’re typically rare for laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Your doctor will perform a complete physical examination and review your medical history before the procedure. This will help minimize these risks.

The risks of laparoscopic gallbladder removal include-

allergic or adverse reaction to anesthesia or other drugs

bleeding

blood clots

damage to blood vessels

heart problems, such as a rapid heart rate

infection

injury to the bile duct, liver, or small intestine

Pancreatitis


How do you prepare for laparoscopic gallbladder removal?

You’ll undergo different tests beforehand to ensure that you’re healthy enough for the procedure. These will include-

blood tests

imaging tests of your gallbladder

a complete physical exam

a review of your medical history


Tell your doctor if you’re taking any medications, including over-the-counter (OTC) medicines or nutritional supplements. You may have to stop taking certain medications before surgery. Also, tell your doctor if you’re pregnant or think you could be pregnant. Your doctor will give you complete instructions about preparing for surgery. This could include-


arranging for a ride home

having someone to stay with you immediately after surgery

not eating or drinking anything for four hours or more before surgery

planning for a hospital stay in case of complications

showering using a special antibacterial soap the night before or day of the surgery


SELSMA (Society of Endoscopic Laparoscopic Surgery Malaysia) was formed to bring together surgeons from all over the world and Malaysia specifically. With a focus on Endoscopic-Laparoscopic techniques, SELSMA functions as a platform for surgeons with a special interest in this field to congregate their ideas, learn new techniques and educate others. SELSMA is also part of a bigger society, ELSA or also known as the Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of Asia. SELSMA takes pride in its members who are the crème de la crème from various surgical subspecialties. Besides being a platform for surgeons to come together, SELSMA also welcomes Medical officers, Medical students, and Allied health to actively participate in their host of activities. To know more about us visit our official website- https

 

 

 

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