Risks are low — bile leak, bleeding, bile duct injury (<0.5%), wound infection, and retained stones. Dr. Abhishek minimises these through standardised safe technique and the critical view of safety protocol.

✦ Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

Q: Can I live normally without a gallbladder?

Yes, completely. The liver continues producing bile which flows directly into the intestine. Most patients have no change in digestion; some may experience mild loose stools initially, which usually settles within weeks.

Q: When should gallstones be removed?

Symptomatic gallstones causing pain, acute attacks, or pancreatitis need removal. Asymptomatic stones are usually observed, except in high-risk groups like diabetics or those with large stones or polyps.

Q: How soon can I return to work?

Desk workers typically return in 5–7 days. Those with physically demanding jobs wait 2–3 weeks. Driving resumes after 3–5 days once pain is controlled and reflexes are fully normal.

The gallbladder is removed through four small keyhole incisions — the definitive treatment for symptomatic gallstones with rapid recovery and excellent outcomes.

30–60 min PROCEDURE

1 Day HOSPITAL STAY

>99% SUCCESS RATE

1 Week RECOVERY

What is Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy?

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is the gold-standard surgical treatment for symptomatic gallstones, cholecystitis, and gallbladder polyps. The entire gallbladder is removed through four small keyhole incisions using a high-definition laparoscope and specialised instruments. The cystic duct and artery are safely clipped and divided, and the gallbladder is extracted through the umbilical port. Dr. Abhishek performs this routinely at Lux Hospitals, with most patients going home the next day and returning to normal activities within a week.

How the Procedure Works

Anaesthesia & Pneumoperitoneum

General anaesthesia is given; CO2 is insufflated to create working space in the abdomen.

Port Placement

Four small ports (5–10 mm) are placed: one umbilical, one epigastric, and two in the right upper quadrant.

Calot's Triangle Dissection

The cystic duct and artery are carefully identified within Calot's triangle to achieve the 'critical view of safety'.

Clipping & Division

Cystic duct and artery are clipped and divided; the gallbladder is dissected off the liver bed using electrocautery.

Extraction & Closure

The gallbladder is placed in a retrieval bag and removed through the umbilical port; all ports are closed.

Outcomes

30–60 minDURATION

1 DayHOSPITAL STAY

>99%SUCCESS RATE

Who Needs This Treatment?

→Minimally invasive — four small keyhole incisions
→Same-day or next-day discharge in most patients
→Significantly less pain than open cholecystectomy
→Faster return to work and normal activities
→Excellent long-term outcomes with very low complication rate
→Safe and effective for both elective and acute cases

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is one of the great success stories of modern surgery — safe, reliable, and transformative for patients. The key is always achieving the critical view of safety before dividing any structure.

— Dr. Abhishek Katha, Consultant General & Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon, Lux Hospitals, Hyderabad

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

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