Our Southcoast Health General surgeons perform gallbladder removals, also known as a cholecystectomy, using minimally invasive techniques to safely and effectively treat gallbladder disease, helping patients return to normal life with minimal downtime.
Whether you’re suffering from painful gallstones, gallbladder inflammation, or chronic digestive issues, our team is here to provide personalized, expert care every step of the way.
Your gallbladder is a small organ located under the liver that helps with digestion. A cholecystectomy is most commonly performed to treat:
Gallstones can block the flow of bile, leading to severe pain, nausea, vomiting, and even dangerous infections. Surgery is often the best—and most permanent—solution.
Most gallbladder removals today are done laparoscopically, using tiny incisions and a small camera to guide the surgery. The benefits of this approach include:
Our Southcoast Health General Surgeons will help choose the safest, most effective option for your individual case.
You may be a candidate for cholecystectomy if you experience:
Our team offers both emergency and elective surgery options, depending on your symptoms and diagnosis. If your pain is a medical emergency, visit a Southcoast Health Emergency Department near you.
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