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Diet After A Cholecystectomy
Open gallbladder removal is surgery to remove the gallbladder.
Alternative Names
Cholecystectomy - open
Description
In gallbladder removal surgery, a surgeon makes a large incision (cut) in your belly to open it up and see the area. The surgeon then removes your gallbladder by reaching in through the incision and gently lifting it out.
Surgery is done while you are under general anesthesia (unconscious and unable to feel pain).
The surgeon will make a 5 to 7...
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Gallbladder removal: laparoscopic
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Chronic cholecystitis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Cholecystitis - chronic Treatment Surgery is the usual treatment. Surgery to remove the gallbladder is called cholecystectomy. ... Read more »
Cholecystitis
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Prevention Because gallstones cause cholecystitis, you may be able to avoid cholecystitis by controlling the risk factors that can lead to... Read more »
Gallstones
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Prevention You are less likely to form gallstones if you avoid becoming overweight. If you are already overweight, try to avoid diets that cause you... Read more »
Acute cholecystitis (Gallstones)
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Cholecystitis - acutePreventionRemoval of the gallbladder and gallstones will prevent further attacks. Follow a low-fat diet if you are prone to... Read more »
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