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Gallbladder Removal Surgery (Cholecystectomy) in Chennai

Dr. Pinak Dasgupta is one of the best advanced laparoscopic surgeons in Chennai  , and Best gallstone specialist in Chennai who provides all types of laparoscopic & robotic surgery as well as the Best Gallbladder Stone Surgery in Chennai. He is one of the senior surgeons in Chennai who performs the safest and most noninvasive Gallbladder Stone Surgery In Chennai because of his extensive training and knowledge in the field. Dr. Pinak Dasgupta is a Founder and Member of the Association of Surgical Gastroenterologists of Assam & Association of Robotic and Innovative Surgeons. Furthermore, he has been an international faculty member in this field. Recently, he has been awarded “IAGES shining star award 2022” at IAGES Rajamundry India. He is a qualified robotic surgeon and colorectal surgeon and had been awarded a gold medal for fellowship in colorectal surgery by the EFIAGES ERODE in 2016. In his vast experience, he performed more than 10000+ laparoscopic surgeries. Also, he trained many surgeons for Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy surgery and publish papers on the international stage. Due to his expertise in Laparoscopic surgery, 15+ years of experience, and unique skills, Ambidextrous makes him one of the best gallstone specialists in Chennai, India. 

On this page Gallstone surgery specialist, Dr.Pinak Dasgupta shared information here about gallstones – why they develop, the problems they can cause, and how they should be treated?

What are Gallstones?

The gallbladder, a small organ under the liver, can develop solid deposits called gallbladder stones. The bile that is stored and released by this pear-shaped organ aids in digestion. Gallbladder stones form when the bile contains too much cholesterol. These stones can range in size; some are the size of a golf ball or a grain of rice. Gallbladder stones don’t just go away on their own. Suppose your gallbladder starts to hurt or create other symptoms. In that case, Dr. Pinak Dasgupta, a renowned laparoscopic surgeon in Chennai who performs the Best Gallbladder Stone Removal Treatment In Chennai, may decide to remove it. In over 80% of cases, surgery is necessary for gallbladder stone patients. One of the most popular operations used by surgeons to remove gallbladder stones is cholecystectomy.

Why Do Gallbladder Stones Develop?

People who are overweight or have a family history of gallstones are more likely to develop gallbladder stones. They happen for a variety of causes, including:

  • In certain people, the liver produces excessive quantities of cholesterol
  • As a result, cholesterol crystals in the bile might grow and transform into stones
  • In some patients, it develops because the other bile components have changed or because the gallbladder is not draining adequately

What are the signs & symptoms of Gallstones?

  • Pain in the upper right side of the abdomen
  • Occasional pain and bloating occur when fat-rich food is consumed
  • Burping, nausea, and vomiting
  • Stomach ache and diarrhea 

How are Gallstones diagnosed?

Dr.Pinak Dasgupta’s gastroenterologist will make a diagnosis of Gallstones through ultrasound tests. This is the most common method to detect gallstones

  • Abdominal ultrasound: This test is the most commonly used to look for signs of gallstones. Abdominal ultrasound involves moving a device (transducer) back and forth across your stomach area. The transducer sends signals to a computer, which creates images that show the structures in your abdomen.
  • Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS): This procedure can help identify smaller stones that may be missed on an abdominal ultrasound. During EUS your doctor passes a thin, flexible tube (endoscope) through your mouth and your digestive tract. A small ultrasound device (transducer) in the tube produces sound waves that create a precise image of surrounding tissue.
  • Other imaging tests. Additional tests may include oral cholecystography, a hepatobiliary iminodiacetic acid (HIDA) scan, computerized tomography (CT), magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP), or endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). Gallstones discovered using ERCP can be removed during the procedure.
  • Blood tests. Blood tests may reveal infection, jaundice, pancreatitis, or other complications caused by gallstones.

Gallstones Treatment by Dr. Pinak Dasgupta in Chennai:

If you’re in excessive pain, Dr. Pinak Dasgupta would possibly advise a surgical procedure. Cholecystectomy is a common treatment for symptomatic gallstones and other gallbladder conditions. The operation is performed either laparoscopically, using a video camera, or via an open surgical technique.

  • Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: Surgical Treatment This technique is the most common form of simple cholecystectomy. The surgeon will make several small incisions in the abdomen. Ports (hollow tubes) are inserted into the openings. Surgical tools and a lighted camera are placed into the ports. The abdomen is inflated with carbon dioxide gas to make it easier to see the internal organs. The gallbladder is removed, and the port openings are closed with sutures, surgical clips, or glue. Your surgeon may start with a laparoscopic technique and need to change (convert) to an open laparotomy technique. The procedure takes about 1 to 2 hours.
  • Open Cholecystectomy: A cholecystectomy, or removal of the gallbladder, is the recommended operation for gallbladder pain from gallstones. The surgeon makes an incision approximately 6 inches long in the upper right side of the abdomen and cuts through the fat and muscle to the gallbladder. The gallbladder is removed, and any ducts are clamped off. The site is stapled or sutured closed. A small drain may be placed going from the inside to the outside of the abdomen. The drain is usually removed in the hospital. The procedure takes about 1 to 2 hours.

Best gallstone specialist in Chennai in Chennai: Dr. Pinak Dasgupta

Dr. Pinak Dasgupta is one of the most experienced robotic & advanced Laparoscopic Surgeons in Chennai who believes in delivering the most authentic and top-class services in gallbladder disease treatment.

A well Qualified Professional Laparoscopic Surgeon has the knowledge, expertise, and experience to treat patients who suffer from gallstone diseases and other gallbladder diseases. In his vast experience, he performed more than 10000+ laparoscopic surgeries. Also, he trained many surgeons for Laparoscopic Cholestomy surgery and publish papers on the international stage. Due to his expertise in Laparoscopic surgery, 15+ years of experience, and unique skills, Ambidextrous makes him one of the best gallstone specialists in Chennai, India. He has been granted a fellowship and Gold Medal in Interventional Endoscopy from the Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo Surgeons. He has also joined various training Laparoscopy in 2008, Ethicon Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery in 2011, and Ethicon Endo Hernia in 2013.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's):

Gem Hospital Best gallstone treatment in Chennai. GEM Hospital is equipped with Experienced gastroenterologists and GI Surgeons, state of art of facility, and advanced equipment.

If you have gallstones but no symptoms, you do not need treatment. When needed, choosing a treatment depends on how severe your symptoms are and how large the stones are.

Dr. Pinak Dasgupta is one of the most Qualified Laparoscopic Surgeon has the knowledge, expertise, and experience to treat patients who suffer from gallstone & other gallbladder disease.

Gallstones themselves are not usually serious. In most cases people have no symptoms.