Gallbladder Surgery in Faridabad
Gallbladder surgery removes the gallbladder, most often because gallstones are causing pain, inflammation or repeated attacks. It is usually done laparoscopically.
- General Surgery
- 5-step procedure
At a glance
- Department
- General Surgery
- Hospital
- Goga Ji Hospital
- Location
- Jawahar Colony, Near Disposal Chowk, Faridabad
- Appointments
- +91-9266088551
This page explains what the procedure involves, who it suits, what recovery typically looks like and what the risks are, so you arrive at your appointment already informed rather than deciding on the spot.
What is gallbladder surgery?
Gallbladder surgery removes the gallbladder, almost always because gallstones are causing trouble. The gallbladder stores bile made by the liver; removing it does not stop bile production, and the liver simply delivers bile directly to the intestine instead.
It is one of the most commonly performed abdominal operations, and is usually done laparoscopically through three or four small incisions. Most people eat normally afterwards.
Who needs it
Gallstones found by chance and causing no symptoms are often left alone. Surgery is recommended once they cause problems.
- Repeated pain in the upper right abdomen, often after fatty meals
- Inflammation of the gallbladder, which can cause fever and constant pain
- A stone that has moved into the bile duct, causing jaundice
- Pancreatitis caused by gallstones
- Yellowing of the eyes or skin with pain — come in the same day
- Severe constant pain with fever and vomiting — come to emergency
Types
The approach depends on the situation.
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Keyhole removal through small incisions. The standard approach for most patients.
Open cholecystectomy
Through a single larger incision, where keyhole surgery would be unsafe — severe inflammation or extensive previous surgery.
Staged treatment
Where a stone has passed into the bile duct, it may be removed endoscopically first, with the gallbladder taken out afterwards.
How the procedure works
Usually 30 to 90 minutes under general anaesthetic.
- 1
Anaesthesia
General anaesthetic.
- 2
Access
Three or four small incisions in the upper abdomen; the abdomen is inflated with gas to create room.
- 3
Identifying the anatomy
The surgeon carefully identifies the duct and artery to the gallbladder before dividing anything — this step is what protects the bile duct.
- 4
Removing the gallbladder
The gallbladder is separated from the liver and removed through one of the small incisions.
- 5
Closing
The gas is released and the incisions closed.
Preparing for it
Straightforward preparation.
- Pre-operative assessment, blood tests including liver function, and imaging
- A full list of medicines, including blood thinners
- Follow fasting instructions exactly
- Mention any previous abdominal surgery
- Arrange transport home; many patients go home the same or next day
Recovery
Most people recover quickly after keyhole removal.
- 1
Same day
You will be encouraged to walk within hours. Many patients go home the same or next day.
- 2
First few days
Discomfort at the incisions and shoulder-tip pain from the gas are normal. Eat lightly at first.
- 3
One to two weeks
Most people return to desk work. Appetite and digestion settle.
- 4
Four to six weeks
Heavy lifting resumes on your surgeon's advice.
Risks and complications
A routine operation, with these specific risks worth knowing.
- Injury to the bile duct — uncommon but the most significant risk of this operation
- Bile leak after surgery
- Bleeding
- Infection at an incision
- A stone left behind in the bile duct, needing endoscopic removal
- Conversion to open surgery where keyhole completion would be unsafe
- Looser stools or intolerance of very fatty meals in some people afterwards
- The usual risks of general anaesthesia
Ask about your own risk
These are the risks of the procedure in general. Your personal risk depends on your age, other conditions and the specifics of your case — ask your surgeon to put a figure on it for you before you consent.
Care at Goga Ji Hospital
Gallbladder surgery is performed by the general surgery department at Goga Ji Hospital, laparoscopically where suitable, with gastroenterology input where the bile duct is involved and imaging and laboratory support on site.
Frequently asked questions
Can I live normally without a gallbladder?
Yes. The gallbladder stores bile rather than making it, so the liver continues to supply bile directly to the intestine. Most people eat a normal diet afterwards. A minority notice looser stools or discomfort after very fatty meals, which usually settles over a few months.
Do gallstones always need surgery?
No. Stones found incidentally that have never caused symptoms are frequently left alone and simply observed. Surgery is recommended once they cause pain, inflammation, jaundice or pancreatitis — because once they have caused one episode, further episodes are likely.
Can gallstones be dissolved with medication?
There is medication that can dissolve certain small stones, but it works slowly, suits only a minority of patients, and stones commonly recur once it is stopped. For symptomatic stones, removing the gallbladder is the definitive treatment.
What diet should I follow before surgery?
While waiting, most people find that reducing fatty, fried and heavy meals lessens the frequency of attacks. It does not treat the stones, but it can make the interim more comfortable.
This page is general health information, not medical advice. It cannot account for your history, medication or test results. Please speak to a qualified doctor about your own symptoms and treatment. If you think you are having a medical emergency, seek immediate help.
Considering gallbladder surgery?
Talk to our general surgery team at Goga Ji Hospital, Faridabad, about whether it is the right option for you.