How is laparoscopic cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal) performed?
During a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, surgeons make several small incisions in the abdomen near the navel and pass surgical instruments and a light source with a tiny camera through them. Surgeons then locate the gallbladder and separate and close off the vessels and tubes from it. They then remove the gallbladder and close the incisions. What are the benefits of having my gallbladder removed laparoscopically? Laparoscopic gallbladder surgery requires a shorter hospital stay; usually the patient is home within 24 hours. In some cases you may need to stay overnight. In contrast, patients undergoing open cholecystectomy are often in the hospital three to seven days. Other advantages include a shorter recovery time, less scarring and less pain after surgery. When can I resume normal activities? You should be able to return to your normal activities and work within one to two weeks. Can all patients have a laparoscopic gallbladder removal? Despite the advantages to the laparoscopic approa
