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      What are gallstones?

      It is also known as cholelithiasis. Gallstones develop within the gallbladder, a small, pear-shaped organ storing bile in the body. These are solid, pebble-like formations created from concentrated bile substances. Bile comprises cholesterol, bilirubin, bile salts, and lecithin. Typically, gallstones consist of either cholesterol or bilirubin, gathering at the gallbladder's base and solidifying into stone-like structures.

      Gallstones come in various sizes, ranging from tiny grains resembling sand to larger ones as big as a golf ball. They increase in size slowly, accumulating additional materials as bile flows over them. Interestingly, smaller stones are more prone to causing issues as they have the ability to move, whereas larger ones typically remain stationary. When gallstones move, they can potentially become lodged, leading to blockages in the system.

      Types of Gallstones

      Gallstones of the following types can develop in the gallbladder:

      • Cholesterol gallstones: The most prevalent kind of gallstone, known as a cholesterol gallstone, frequently has a yellow color. Undissolved cholesterol makes up the majority of these gallstones, though they could also include other substances.
      • Pigment gallstones: When there is an excess of bilirubin in your bile, these dark brown or black stones develop.

      Sign and Symptoms

      Usually, gallstones don’t create any symptoms. Only when a gallstone gets stuck in the system and stops the flow of bile through it, symptoms appear.

      • Fever and chills
      • Rapid heartbeat/ Tachycardia
      • Yellow eyes or skin
      • Itchy skin
      • Diarrhea
      • Confusion
      • Loss of Appetite/ Anorexia
      • Vomiting
      • Upset stomach
      • Indigestion, heartburn and gas
      • Pain in right shoulder or back
      • Sunken eyes
      • Dark-colored pee

      When and how to identify you need a treatment?

      If someone is experiencing below mentioned signs and symptoms, then there is a need for undergoing surgery. Some of the common symptoms are mentioned below:

      • Fever and chills
      • Rapid heartbeat/ Tachycardia
      • Yellow eyes or skin
      • Itchy skin
      • Diarrhea
      • Confusion
      • Loss of Appetite/ Anorexia
      • Vomiting
      • Upset stomach
      • Indigestion, heartburn and gas
      • Pain in right shoulder or back
      • Sunken eyes
      • Dark-colored pee
      • Pain in the back between the shoulder blades

      Treatment options and utilities of treatment options at TaCa

      Below mentioned are some of the surgical procedures which are used to remove gallstones:

      • Endoscopy: Gallstones within the bile ducts can be extracted using endoscopy (ERCP), which doesn’t involve any cuts. The gallstones are removed via the extended tube inserted down your throat. For gallstones in the gallbladder, removal involves cholecystectomy, often performed through laparoscopy, a minimally invasive surgical method.
      • Laparoscopic cholecystectomy: In laparoscopic cholecystectomy, small incisions in your abdomen allow insertion of specialized surgical tools and a miniature video camera. Carbon dioxide gas is used to expand the abdomen, creating space for the surgeon to operate with surgical tools.
      • Open surgery or cholecystectomy: For certain individuals with complex conditions, open surgery might be necessary for management. In such instances, patients will likely experience an extended hospital stay following the procedure and a prolonged recovery at home due to the larger incision. Additionally, certain laparoscopic cholecystectomies may need to be switched to open surgery if complications arise during the operation.

      Treatment options at TaCa

      TaCa offers several treatment options as per the need and condition of the patient. When surgery becomes necessary for removing gallstones, then doctor might explore the following options:

      • Endoscopy: Gallstones within the bile ducts can be extracted using endoscopy (ERCP), which doesn’t involve any cuts. The gallstones are removed via the extended tube inserted down your throat. For gallstones in the gallbladder, removal involves cholecystectomy, often performed through laparoscopy, a minimally invasive surgical method.
      • Laparoscopic cholecystectomy: In laparoscopic cholecystectomy, small incisions in your abdomen allow insertion of specialized surgical tools and a miniature video camera. Carbon dioxide gas is used to expand the abdomen, creating space for the surgeon to operate with surgical tools.
      • Open surgery or cholecystectomy: For certain individuals with complex conditions, open surgery might be necessary for management. In such instances, patients will likely experience an extended hospital stay following the procedure and a prolonged recovery at home due to the larger incision. Additionally, certain laparoscopic cholecystectomies may need to be switched to open surgery if complications arise during the operation.

      Cost of treatment at TaCa

      TaCa strives to provide top-notch healthcare services at affordable rates, ensuring accessibility for all. TaCa strongly advocates that minimizing preventable hospital admissions is both a moral obligation and a cost-efficient method for ensuring fair and accessible healthcare. We aim to deliver high-quality surgical care conveniently located near individuals. Collaborating with specialized physicians and healthcare partners, TaCa implements proven innovations and best practices to enhance patient care. Below mentioned are some of the benefits which TaCa is offering to the patients:

      • Free Doctor Consultation
      • Highly Experienced Surgeons
      • No Cost EMI
      • Pick and Drop Service
      • Dedicated Assistance by TaCa Dost
      • Affordable Cost
      • Short Hospital Duration
      • Hassle Free Insurance Support
      • Extensive Hospital Network
      • Surgery Near to Your Location

      Care by TaCa–After treatment

      Post-surgery care initiates right after surgery, extending throughout hospital stay and potentially continuing post-discharge. As an integral aspect of post-operative care TaCa handholds the patients and also helps them in getting free follow-up visits with surgeons, so that it may not be a hassle for them after surgery.

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        Gallbladder Stones Removal Surgery

        Following a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, you can typically return home within 24 hours and expect a recovery period of around two weeks. In contrast, open surgery necessitates a hospital stay of 3–5 days post-operation, followed by a recovery period of 6–8 weeks at home.

        The digestive system remains operational even in the absence of a gallbladder. When the gallbladder is removed, surgeons reroute bile ducts, allowing bile to directly flow from the liver to the small intestine.

        Avoid rich or fatty foods during recovery. Generally, after a few weeks, a normal yet balanced diet resumed.

        Gallstones can occur in anyone, including children, but they are more common after the age of 40.

        TaCa is having a team of skilled or good surgeons that are important because they know the significance of determining when surgery is necessary and when it's not. They recognize that the decision-making process holds more significance than the surgical procedure itself. Ultimately, the aim of any surgery is to serve the patient's well-being.

        The complications of gallstones surgery are mentioned below:

        • Inflammation of gallbladder: When a gallstone gets stuck in the gallbladder's neck, it can lead to inflammation known as cholecystitis. This condition often results in intense pain and fever.
        • Obstruction in the common bile duct: Gallstones have the potential to obstruct the channels (ducts) that carry bile from the gallbladder or liver to the small intestine. This blockage can lead to intense pain, jaundice, and infections in the bile duct.
        • Blockage of pancreatic duct: A gallstone can cause obstruction in the pancreatic duct and result in pancreas inflammation, known as pancreatitis. This condition induces severe, persistent abdominal pain and typically requires hospitalization.
        • Gallbladder Cancer: Gallbladder cancer is more common in those with a history of gallstones. However, although the risk of cancer is increased, the possibility of gallbladder cancer is still very low.

        Several factors are there which are responsible for the cost of gallstones removal treatment:

        • Type and severity of gallstones
        • Type of surgery performed
        • Hospital’s type and location 
        • Anesthesiologist fee
        • Medication cost
        • Cost of diagnostic tests

        In recovery it usually takes up to six weeks. Most of the routine activities can be resumed within 1–2 weeks but in restoring usual energy levels, it could take several weeks.

        Despite the removal of all gallstones from bile ducts, there is a possibility that there can be formation of new ones in the future. Individuals who have previously experienced gallstones are at an increased risk of recurrence.