Reasons for Gallbladder Removal - Laparscopic
When your doctor informs you that you need the Gallbladder Removal - Laparscopic procedure performed it can be scary. Learn exactly what the procedure involves, the reasons it needs to be performed and what the next steps could be.
Alternate Names for Gallbladder Removal - Laparscopic:
Cholecystectomy - laparoscopic
Lap chole
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- What It Is
- Reasons For
- Complications
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- Results
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Why Gallbladder Removal - Laparscopic is Performed
Alternate Names for Gallbladder Removal - Laparscopic:
Cholecystectomy - laparoscopic
Lap chole
Reasons for Procedure
This surgery is used to remove a diseased or damaged gallbladder. The damage is often due to gallstones . Sometimes, gallstones get stuck in the gallbladder's ducts. Bile, which helps with digestion, normally flows through these ducts. The blockage can damage the gallbladder and the liver.
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 Results What are the next steps and other possible tests needed after you have received the results. |
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