Gall Bladder Removal Articles

How to Prepare for a Gall Bladder Removal

Sat, 08 Jan 2011 09:58:37 PST

Gall bladder removal offers relief to the frequent sufferers of the pain, discomfort, nausea and digestion disorders associated with gallstones and overnutrition. In the weeks and days prior to your treatment, you will be asked to prepare your body for the procedure.

Smoking

You should make all attempts to quit smoking 6 to 8 weeks before your gall bladder removal, as smoking will impede your healing pr

Medical Conditions and Gall Bladder Removal

Sat, 08 Jan 2011 09:58:37 PST

Gall bladder removal helps patients who suffer from symptoms caused by or related to gallstones. Some of these symptoms cause unbearable pain while others simply grow bothersome after periods of time. In order to alleviate these issues, patients often seek gall bladder removal at the earliest sign of pain or discomfort.

Conditions that Effect the Surgery

Patients will undergo a more intensive surgical dependin

Advantages and Disadvantages of Gall Bladder Removal

Sat, 08 Jan 2011 09:58:37 PST

The forming of gall stones (crystal-like masses that normally form in the gall bladder) is one of the most common reasons a gall bladder removal is usually performed. With excess saturated fats and unwanted toxins, the gall bladder can become inflamed and diseased.

Advantages

Gall bladder removal provides relief from abdominal pain and nausea or vomiting. When the flow of the bile of the gall bladder is

Non-Invasive Alternatives to Gall Bladder Removal

Sat, 08 Jan 2011 09:58:37 PST

Gall Bladder Removal is normally performed when the gall bladder becomes infected from gall stones or damaged from cancer. A large cut is done to open the abdomen to better be able to observe the area. For selected patients with only mild to moderate gall bladder disease, non-invasive alternatives may be an option.

Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

The laparoscopic cholecystectomy is considered less-invasive

Pregnancy and Gall Bladder Removal

Sat, 08 Jan 2011 09:58:37 PST

Gall bladder removal treats the pain, discomfort, nausea and digestion disorders associated with gallstones and an overactive gall bladder. However, if you're currently pregnant, you're probably worried about the safety of your child and want to delay the procedure. Nevertheless, sometimes you simply have no choice.

The First and Second Trimester

The second trimester is the ideal time for any medical pr

What are Gallstones?

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 09:59:31 PST

Gallstones are small, hard deposits most typically composed of cholesterol, although they can also be formed of a substance known as calcium bilirubinate. The latter are usually less common and usually found in the Asian population, but many people often have a combination of the two types of gallstones. Gallstones made of cholesterol account for ¾ of the gallstones found in the US population.

Symptoms of Gall

Problematic Gall Bladder Symptoms: Severe Pain

Sun, 21 Nov 2010 09:59:37 PST

Gall bladder symptoms can be difficult to pin down, but severe pain in the upper right quadrant of the abdomen is the hallmark of a problematic gall bladder, especially if it occurs more than once. Although it can be years between attacks, persistent and severe pain is a sure indication of problems with the gall bladder.

The Causes of Gall Bladder Symptoms

Gall bladder pain is characterized not only by

6 Problematic Gall Bladder Symptoms

Sun, 21 Nov 2010 09:59:37 PST

Gall bladder symptoms can be quite painful and cause a lot of misery. They are commonly caused by the development of gall stones, although 90% of gall stones cause no symptoms. Interestingly, only 2% of people with gall stones develop gall bladder symptoms during the first 10 years. After 10 years, the chance of developing problematic gall bladder symptoms actually declines for no apparent reason. Experts believe it is the new

4 Symptoms of Gallstones

Sun, 21 Nov 2010 09:59:37 PST

Gallstones are a serious medical condition that requires prompt treatment. Most people with gallstones do not incur any symptoms, which can make it even more difficult to determine when medical care is needed. However, by understanding what gallstones are, how they affect the body, and which symptoms might appear, patients suspecting this condition can be more proactive about their healthcare and will know when to seek medical

Post-Gall Bladder Removal Lifestyle & Maintenance

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 10:00:01 PST

Undergoing a gall bladder removal can be a traumatic experience. Often, gall bladder removal is performed under emergency circumstances and there hasn’t been time to think of the consequences and how to handle the aftermath. The adjustment can be difficult to make and maintain, but the body is different after a gall bladder removal, necessitating a change in diet, exercise and other lifestyle elements (which may have contribute

Treatments that Gall Bladder Removal Can be Combined With

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 10:00:02 PST

Gall bladder removal is recommended for patients with gallstones or an abnormally functioning gall bladder or biliary dyskinesia. The gall bladder is an organ under the liver which is used to store the bile secretions of the liver. This surgery is medically termed as cholecystectomy and is usually performed only when there is no way to remove gallstones through medicines, or if the patient suffers from acute cholecystitis. Open

5 Reasons to Choose Gall Bladder Removal

Sun, 25 Apr 2010 10:00:02 PST

Gall bladder removal is used to treat problems with the biliary (bile) system, which is tied to metabolism and digestion and includes the gall bladder (also spelled gallbladder) and attached bile ducts. Gall bladder removal is also called cholecystectomy. Any decision to undergo invasive surgery, particularly surgery to remove an organ, can be daunting. Here are 5 reasons to have your gall bladder removed.

1. Prevent C

Potential Side Effects of Gall Bladder Removal

Sun, 25 Apr 2010 10:00:01 PST

Understanding the potential side effects of gall bladder removal can help you weigh the risks against the benefits of the procedure. While you may come out of the surgery with minimal to no side effects, there's a chance that you may be bothered by one or more chronic conditions.

Why Side Effects Happen

The gall bladder is essentially a sac at the end of the small intestine that holds excess bile

Similar Treatments and Alternatives for Gall Bladder Removal

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 10:00:03 PST

The gall bladder is a non-vital organ in the body that helps in the digestive process and stores all the waste product that is produced by the liver. Gallstones or gallbladder cancer are two types of diseases that can develop inside the gallbladder, and if the gallstone cannot be cured by simple medicines, gall bladder removal must be performed.

Some treatments for removing the gall bladder include:

Ch

Recovery after Gall Bladder Removal

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 10:00:03 PST

Recovery after gallbladder surgery is dependent upon the surgical procedure used to remove it. The gallbladder can be removed laparoscopically (cholecystectomy) or with the more invasive "open" surgical method.

Length of Hospital Stay

For many patients, laparoscopy means coming home usually the same day. Those who have had to have their gallbladder removed openly can expect to be in the hospital anywhere from