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There are possibilities for non-surgical intervention that Dr. Tabbal may apply to manage your gallstones. However, you can only receive this treatment if your gallbladder is functioning normally, and your stones are small. Since gallstones tend to recur, a cholecystectomy is the normal surgical route required to remove your gallbladder. In the open, traditional method, an incision is made in the upper right-hand side of your belly to remove the gallbladder. In the preferred, laparoscopic method, or keyhole surgery, Dr. Tabbal will use 3 to 4 very small incisions, and a long, thin tube called a laparoscope with a tiny video camera and surgical tools. Dr. Tabbal will complete the surgery while looking at a video monitor and will remove the gallbladder through one of the incisions. This less invasive procedure reduces postoperative discomfort and makes for faster recovery times.
It’s not clear why gallstones form, but it is thought that gallstones may result from:
Incomplete emptying of the gallbladder – may cause bile to become very concentrated, contributing to the formation of gallstones.
The following factors appear to increase the risk of gallstones:
Drugs which lower blood cholesterol, as these can increase the amount of cholesterol secreted in bile
Many people with small gallstones have no symptoms, and so may be unaware that they have them unless they show up on a diagnostic test done for another reason.
When gallstones lodge in a duct causing a blockage, this may lead to an ‘attack’ (biliary colic), often occurring after a fatty meal, or at night.
Symptoms may include:
Pain may last several minutes to a few hours. Symptoms vary between individuals and similar symptoms may occur with other medical problems. Therefore it is important to consult your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms.
If gallstones cause serious complications, you may experience the following signs and symptoms which require immediate medical attention:
Your doctor will ask questions about your symptoms and medical history and carry out a physical examination. The following tests and procedures may be used to diagnose gallstones and related complications:
Gallstones that don’t cause any signs and symptoms don’t usually need treatment, however good surgical advice is still needed for asymptomatic gallstones.
Where gallstones are causing problems, treatment options may include:
Some people are more prone to developing gallstones, but you can reduce your risk if you:
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