Chest Pain With Gallbladder Problems
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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