Hi Concerned Mum - It's heartbreaking to read your story and hear what you and your daughter have been through. I'm sure it was a comfort to her to have your support.
If I'm understanding your question correctly you're asking about what is involved in the removal of the gallbladder, and why this procedure is performed. The procedure - known as cholecystectomy - is typically performed when the gall bladder has been damaged by disease or infection. Gall stones can cause damage that necessitates this surgery.
Our reference page on cholecystectomy provides more information on the reasons for this surgery, surgical risks and what to expect. There are two types of procedures used - open (through the stomach) and laparoscopic (using instruments through small incisions in the stomach.) Please review this information and let us know if your concerns have been addressed or if you have more questions.
https://www.empowher.com/media/reference/cholecystectomy
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Hi Concerned Mum - It's heartbreaking to read your story and hear what you and your daughter have been through. I'm sure it was a comfort to her to have your support.
If I'm understanding your question correctly you're asking about what is involved in the removal of the gallbladder, and why this procedure is performed. The procedure - known as cholecystectomy - is typically performed when the gall bladder has been damaged by disease or infection. Gall stones can cause damage that necessitates this surgery.
Our reference page on cholecystectomy provides more information on the reasons for this surgery, surgical risks and what to expect. There are two types of procedures used - open (through the stomach) and laparoscopic (using instruments through small incisions in the stomach.) Please review this information and let us know if your concerns have been addressed or if you have more questions.
https://www.empowher.com/media/reference/cholecystectomy
Best wishes to you and your daughter. Pat
April 22, 2010 - 6:27pmThis Comment
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