Gallbladder & Biliary Surgery
Symptoms of Gallbladder Stones treatment in Chennai
Asymptomatic: Many times Gallbladder Stones are found out through routine Ultrasound, and are asymptomatic.
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Key facts about Symptoms of Gallbladder Stones
- Condition
- Symptoms of Gallbladder Stones
- Speciality
- Gallbladder & Biliary Surgery
- Approach
- Keyhole where suitable
- Treated by
- Dr. Kumaragurubaran
- Hospital
- Billroth, Shenoy Nagar
- Consultations
- Mon–Sat, no referral
What is Symptoms of Gallbladder Stones?
Asymptomatic: Many times Gallbladder Stones are found out through routine Ultrasound, and are asymptomatic.
Keyhole versus open surgery
Typical differences for a planned procedure in a generally healthy adult. Your own risks are discussed with you before consent.
| Measure | Open surgery | Keyhole |
|---|---|---|
| Incision | One cut, 10–15 cm | Three or four cuts, 5–10 mm |
| Hospital stay | 3–5 nights | Same day to 1 night |
| Back to desk work | 4–6 weeks | About 1 week |
| Wound infection risk | Higher | Substantially lower |
| Scarring | One long scar | Marks that fade |
| Still right when | Dense adhesions, bleeding, unclear anatomy | The large majority of planned cases |
Asymptomatic: Many times Gallbladder Stones are found out through routine Ultrasound, and are asymptomatic.
Stomach Discomfort: Attacks frequently cause indigestion, bloating, vomiting, and nausea. Some patients don’t have any symptoms in between bouts, which delays diagnosis.
indications of inflammation. Acute cholecystitis, which needs to be treated right once, might be indicated by persistent discomfort accompanied by fever or chills.
Pain :A persistent ache in the middle of the stomach or upper right abdomen may radiate to the right shoulder or back- Biliary Colic.Pain Episodes can last anywhere from a few minutes to many hours and are aggregated after having fatty foods.
Pancreatitis risk :Pancreatitis occurs when the Stones that obstruct the pancreatic duct can produce abrupt, intense upper abdominal discomfort that frequently radiates to the back.
Obstruction of the bile duct: A stone in the common bile duct may be the cause of pale feces, dark urine, and yellowing of the skin and eyes. If left untreated, this can develop into a severe infection which leads to Complication.
Why patients choose this practice
Diagnosis before decision
No operation is scheduled on a guess. Many patients who arrive expecting surgery leave with a treatment plan instead.
Costs in writing, first
A written estimate covering surgeon, theatre, anaesthesia, implants and expected stay before you are asked to consent.
Keyhole most of the time
Ninety-five per cent of procedures are completed through keyhole access; the rest are open because open was the safer call.
Second opinions
If surgery has been advised elsewhere, bring the scans and the plan. Reviewing another surgeon’s recommendation is routine.
About the surgeon
Treated by
Dr. Kumaragurubaran
Senior Surgical Gastroenterologist, Advanced Laparoscopic, GI & Robotic Surgeon
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MRCS (England), FIAGES (Gastro), FALS (Colorectal, Bariatric, Hernia, Robotic), Dip. ALS (Advanced Laparoscopy)
Gastroenterologist, GI & Laparoscopic Surgeon at Billroth Hospitals in Shenoy Nagar, Chennai. Treats Hernia, Reflux, Obesity, Colorectal, Gastrointestinal and Anorectal conditions, and provides medical treatment for GERD, Gastritis, Peptic ulcer, Jaundice, Pancreatitis, Colitis and IBD.
Symptoms of Gallbladder Stones: frequently asked questions
What is Symptoms of Gallbladder Stones?
Asymptomatic: Many times Gallbladder Stones are found out through routine Ultrasound, and are asymptomatic.
Who treats Symptoms of Gallbladder Stones in Chennai?
Dr. Kumaragurubaran, Senior Consultant Gastroenterologist, Laparoscopic, GI & Robotic Surgeon at Billroth Hospitals, Shenoy Nagar, Chennai, treats Symptoms of Gallbladder Stones. He has 28 years of experience and has performed more than 20,000 laparoscopic surgeries.
How do I book a consultation for Symptoms of Gallbladder Stones?
You can call +91 93603 91740, message on WhatsApp, or send the appointment form on this site. No referral is needed and most patients are seen within the same week. Consultations run Monday to Saturday at Billroth Hospitals, Shenoy Nagar.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Kumaragurubaran, MS (General Surgery), DNB (Surgical Gastroenterology), Senior Consultant at Billroth Hospitals, Shenoy Nagar. This page is patient education and does not replace a consultation in which you have been examined.
Next step
Discuss Symptoms of Gallbladder Stones with Dr. Kumaragurubaran
Bring any scans or reports you already have. You will be told plainly what is wrong, what the options are, and what happens if nothing is done.