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  • 6 days ago

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I'm considering laparoscopy for gallbladder stones but heard sometimes it doesn't work and they have to switch to full surgery during the procedure - is that true? And is there any way to know beforehand if this might happen in my case?

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Dr. Dr Kamran Mohammed

Dr Kamran Mohammed

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  • MBBS
  • FIDM
  • 5+ Yrs
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Yes, it's true that sometimes laparoscopic gallbladder removal (laparoscopic cholecystectomy) can be converted to open surgery (open cholecystectomy) during the procedure. While laparoscopic surgery is the preferred method due to its quicker recovery and smaller incisions, certain factors can necessitate a switch to open surgery

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