Cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal)
A cholecystectomy is surgery to remove your gallbladder, which is usually done using keyhole surgery. Find out how and why this operation is done.
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Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Gallstones are a common problem. An operation to remove your gallbladder should result in you being free of pain and able to eat a normal diet.
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Open cholecystectomy
Gallstones are a common problem. An operation to remove your gallbladder should result in you being free of pain and able to eat a normal diet.
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Cholecystectomy and exploration of the bile duct
Gallstones can move into your common bile duct. An operation to remove your gallbladder and any stones in your common bile duct should result in you being free of pain and able to eat a normal diet.
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Gallstones
Gallstones are pebble-like masses in your gallbladder that can cause pain, fever or jaundice. Find out about gallstone symptoms, treatment and causes.
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Cholecystitis (gallbladder inflammation)
Cholecystitis is inflammation of your gallbladder, usually caused by gallstones. Cholecystitis can be very painful and needs hospital treatment.
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Laparoscopy
A laparoscopy is a type of keyhole surgery usually performed in the abdominal (belly) area. Learn more about this minimally invasive surgery.
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