What is Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy?
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is the surgical removal of the gallbladder, usually used to treat gallstones, gallbladder inflammation (cholecystitis) or other gallbladder diseases. This method is less invasive than traditional open surgery and speeds up the patient’s recovery. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy allows the gallbladder to be removed with minimal incisions, which allows patients to feel less pain and return to their normal lives sooner.

How is Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Performed?
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is performed under general anesthesia and patients are usually asleep during the procedure. The surgeon makes several small incisions in the abdomen and inserts a camera through a thin tube called a laparascope. This camera provides a clear view of the gallbladder and surrounding structures. The surgeon then removes the gallbladder with small surgical instruments. A laparoscopic cholecystectomy consists of the following steps:

1. Preparation and Anesthesia:
   The patient is put under general anesthesia and several small incisions are made in the abdomen. The laparoscope device is inserted into the abdomen through an incision.
2. Laparoscopic Imaging:
   The gallbladder and its surroundings are visualized through a laparoscope. The surgeon manages the procedure by watching the images from the camera. The gallbladder is carefully removed with small surgical instruments.
3. Gallbladder Removal:
   Once the gallbladder has been successfully removed, the small incisions are closed and the procedure is complete. The procedure usually takes 1-2 hours.

Conditions and Symptoms Requiring Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is required for the following conditions:

• Gallstones Stones form in the gallbladder and block the bile ducts.
• Inflammation of the gallbladder (cholecystitis): Inflammation of the gallbladder can lead to severe pain and infection.
• Gallbladder cancer: In the rare case that cancer develops in the gallbladder, it must be surgically removed.
• Functional Disorders: If the gallbladder is not working properly, it may need to be removed.

Recovery After Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
After laparoscopic cholecystectomy, patients usually stay in the hospital for 1-2 days. Patients can walk and start light activities the same day or the next day after the procedure. Full recovery may take several weeks. The advantages of laparoscopic surgery include less pain, faster recovery and a shorter hospital stay. In addition, the risk of infection is lower in surgical interventions performed with this method.

Why Metropol Health Group?
Metropol Health Group provides services with a specialized surgical team with extensive experience in laparoscopic surgery. With state-of-the-art devices and minimally invasive techniques, we offer our patients the highest standards of healthcare. You can choose Metropol Health Group for a safe, effective and painless treatment process.