Cholecystectomy
Many bariatric patients can benefit from cholecystectomy, or gallbladder removal, to combat the development of gallstones. This procedure pairs easily with gastric bypass , gastric sleeve , and more.
If you need your gallbladder removed without an accompanying weight loss procedure, the team at Stop Obesity Bariatric Surgery in Tijuana, Mexico, is also happy to help you.
Request a free consultation to learn about our advanced surgical methodologies, affordable pricing, and comprehensive care packages. Gallbladder removal starts at $3000.
What Is the Gallbladder?
The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ located under the liver, on the right side of the abdomen. Its main function is to store bile, a digestive fluid produced by the liver. This bile helps digest fats from food.
Functions of the Gallbladder:
1. Storing bile: Bile is continuously produced in the liver, but the gallbladder stores it until it’s needed for digestion.
2. Releasing bile during digestion: When we eat fatty foods, the gallbladder contracts and releases bile into the small intestine, specifically into the duodenum. This helps break down fats so the body can absorb them more easily.
When is Surgery Necessary?
Not everyone with gallstones needs surgery. The decision to operate depends on the patient’s symptoms. Surgery (cholecystectomy) is recommended in the following situations:
- Severe abdominal pain (biliary colic): This pain is usually intense and localized in the upper right abdomen, typically occurring after eating fatty foods.
- Gallbladder infection (cholecystitis): If a stone blocks the bile duct, it can cause inflammation and infection, requiring urgent medical intervention.
- Pancreatitis: If a stone blocks the pancreatic duct, it can cause inflammation of the pancreas, which can be serious.
- Bile duct obstruction: Stones that block the common bile duct prevent bile from passing through and may cause jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes).
- Diabetic patients with gallstones: It is also recommended to remove the gallbladder in diabetic patients because nerve damage in diabetes can prevent them from feeling pain despite having an infected gallbladder, which can lead to perforation and even death if not treated in time.
Cholecystectomy is a relatively common surgery that involves the removal of the gallbladder. It is generally performed laparoscopically, meaning it is minimally invasive.
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Affordable Pricing And Financing Available
Though your medical insurance won’t likely apply to surgery in Mexico, you can still expect to save thousands by working with our team. We offer our world-class services without the outsized price tags many American and Canadian patients have come to expect.
We accept cash, Visa, PayPal, and traveler’s checks, but we also make a point of accepting financing to keep our care even more affordable. You can arrange low-interest financing through United Medical Credit or eFinancing Solutions and pay for your surgery in monthly installments.
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