Gallstones are small, hardened deposits that develop in the gallbladder, a small organ located under the liver. This condition is quite common and often has a genetic predisposition. The risk of gallstones increases with age, and people who consume a fat-rich diet are particularly susceptible. Gallstones can cause various symptoms, the most common being recurring episodes of sharp abdominal pain.
Gallstones can sometimes be dissolved or broken into smaller pieces using medication, but these treatments often have side effects and a high failure rate. In many cases, gallstones form again even after drug therapy. Antibiotics can help treat infections caused by gallstones, and following a low-fat diet may temporarily reduce symptoms. However, these approaches provide only short-term relief.
Dr. Sandhya Bade, one of the leading Doctors For Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Treatment In Pune, specializes in minimally invasive surgery for gallstones. The most effective treatment is a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, where both the gallbladder and gallstones are removed.
During this procedure:
Small incisions are made in the abdomen.
The surgeon inflates the abdomen with carbon dioxide for better visibility.
A laparoscope, a thin tube with a camera, is inserted to provide a detailed view on a video monitor.
Surgical instruments are inserted through other small incisions to carefully remove the gallbladder.
In some cases, an intraoperative cholangiography (special X-ray) is performed to examine the bile ducts.
After surgery, bile flows directly from the liver into the small intestine through the common bile duct. The absence of the gallbladder has little to no effect on digestion for most patients. Laparoscopic gallbladder removal is done under general anesthesia and typically takes 45 minutes to an hour.
As with any surgery, complications can occur. In a few cases, surgeons may switch from laparoscopic to open surgery if a larger incision is necessary. Potential complications include:
Most patients are discharged the day after surgery. Recovery typically takes two to four weeks, depending on the extent of surgery and individual lifestyle factors. In the early recovery phase, patients are encouraged to increase walking and physical activity gradually. A full recovery is expected, and most people can resume eating a regular diet soon after surgery.
For effective and safe Gallstone Surgery in Pune, trust Dr. Sandhya Bade, a highly skilled laparoscopic surgeon delivering excellent outcomes with minimal downtime.
