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 $2800.
What Is the Gallbladder?
Understanding the Gallbladder: Its Function and Importance
The gallbladder is a small organ located in the upper abdomen, just below the liver. It is connected to the liver and small intestine via bile ducts. Together, the three organs and the bile ducts make up the biliary system, which aids in digestion.
The gallbladder’s purpose is to collect bile, a digestive fluid that the liver produces. The bile is then released into the small intestine through the bile ducts to help break down and absorb fats from the food you eat.
An excess of cholesterol and bile salts can cause gallstones to form in the gallbladder. These hard deposits can vary in size, but when they're large enough, they can create blockages in the bile ducts, leading to complications like infection.
It’s rare for gallstones to go away on their own. When medications and shock wave therapy don’t work to break down gallstones, cholecystectomy is often the best option. The gallbladder isn’t necessary for the body’s biliary functions, so removing it from the abdomen is a safe choice.
Why We Perform Cholecystectomy In Tijuana, Mexico
Our Tijuana practice offers gallbladder removal surgery because it’s an important stage in the weight loss journey for many bariatric patients. Obesity raises the risk of gallbladder disease and gallstones . So does rapid weight loss. In fact, according to research published by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, cholecystectomy is necessary in about 15% of bariatric cases .
Why? Because changes in weight affect how your body processes fat, often leading to increased bile production. We can help you avoid the pain and inconvenience of gallstones by performing cholecystectomy at the same time as your bariatric procedure in Tijuana.
The Cholecystectomy Timeline Your Gallbladder Removal Surgery in Tijuana
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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Kylie Sword
2024
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2024
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