Gallbladder & Bile Duct

CUSP Stands for Comprehensive United Surgical Practice.

Cancer Surgeon

Gallbladder and bile duct

India is doing exceptionally well in the medical field. But one should be cautious while looking for the best hospital for gallbladder surgery in Delhi or anywhere else in India. For Gall bladder cancer treatment in Delhi or anywhere else a patient should focus on proficiency or capability of a surgeon and look for specialists in diseases of digestive system (gastroenterologist) and cancer specialists (oncologist) who are highly skilled and well-trained. If you are in Delhi then Gall bladder surgery treatment in South Delhi CUSP is considered to be one of the best hospitals that provide such treatment. We at CUSP offer highly specialised and targeted treatment for Gallbladder and Bile Duct related issues. Our surgeons are not only highly-skilled but also possess remarkable experience in conducting all types of surgeries.

What is gallbladder?

Gallbladder is a small pear-shaped sac-like organ which is situated below the liver. It is located right behind the lower ribs on the right side. It concentrates and stores bile after it has been secreted by the liver before it is released into intestine for digestion. Gallbladder, in adults, is more often than not around three to four inches long and about an inch wide. It helps in digestion of food, but one could do without it as it is does not play a major role in function of the body.

When is gallbladder surgery required?

Cancer:

It is one of the top causes of death in the world today. It can affect anyone. Cancer is referred to the extra growth of cells that goes out of control and spreads to other parts of the body. Gallbladder cancer triggers when there is unusual growth of cells in the gallbladder. It is amongst the rare cancers. In its early stage, gallbladder cancer does not typically cause any symptoms, which is why it is quite difficult to detect at an early stage. It is only when it has spread to other organs that it comes to one’s notice. When symptoms like abdominal pain, jaundice and vomiting take place, it is then that it comes to attention. Some of the symptoms to look out for are mentioned below:

  • Abdominal pain
  • Feeling or being sick
  • Jaundice
  • Gallbladder enlargement
  • Loss of appetite
  • Weight loss without any dieting
  • Swollen abdomen

Illnesses other than gallbladder cancer can also cause the symptoms that are mentioned above, which is why it is extremely important to see an expert and get a diagnosis.

Gallbladder Attack:

If the gallstones are not causing any problems, then there is no need to have a surgery. However, if a stone goes into, or blocks, one of your bile ducts and ends up causing a gallbladder attack which is an intense, knife-like pain in the belly and can last several hours, then it becomes important to get the surgery.

Gallstones:

If left unattended, gallstones can cause various problems like cholecystitis (an inflamed gallbladder), pancreatitis (an inflamed pancreas) or cholangitis (inflamed bile ducts) which might require a surgery.

What are the types of gallbladder surgery?

A surgeon may perform one of the following types of surgeries on gallbladder:

  • Open surgery: an open surgery is performed by making a small incision of five to seven inches on the patient’s belly.
  • Laparoscopic cholecystectomy: also known as keyhole surgery, it is done by making a four small cuts in the belly

What happens before the surgery?

Before opting for a surgery, a surgeon will run certain tests like blood tests, ultrasounds etc. to make sure that your health is not severely or adversely affected by the surgery. It is essential to share all the important details like family medical history or medications that one is currently taking with your expert so as to avoid any complications.

Are there any risks associated with the surgery?

There are certain risks associated with every surgery and the risks that are associated with gallbladder surgery are mentioned below:

  • Infection
  • Bleeding
  • Swelling
  • Bile leakage
  • Damage to a bile duct
  • Damage to your intestine, bowel, or blood vessels
  • Blood clots
  • Heart problems
  • Pneumonia

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