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Gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy): Removal of the gallbladder, usually by keyhole surgery. It is done for painful gallstones or gallbladder inflammation.
Removal of the gallbladder, usually by keyhole surgery.
Painful gallstones or gallbladder inflammation.
Fasting; ultrasound beforehand.
Bile leak, bleeding, infection, bile duct injury (rare).
Home in 1 to 2 days; normal activity in 1 to 2 weeks.
What is cholecystectomy?
Removal of the gallbladder, usually by keyhole surgery.
Why is cholecystectomy done?
Painful gallstones or gallbladder inflammation.
How do I prepare for cholecystectomy?
Fasting; ultrasound beforehand.
How long is recovery after cholecystectomy?
Home in 1 to 2 days; normal activity in 1 to 2 weeks.
What are the risks of cholecystectomy?
Bile leak, bleeding, infection, bile duct injury (rare).
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