Laparoscopic cholecystectomy for gallstones and gallbladder disease — minimally invasive, precise, and fast recovery. At Vivaanta, our expert surgeons use advanced laparoscopic techniques to remove the gallbladder through small incisions, reducing pain and speeding up recovery time.
We understand how gallbladder problems can impact your life, which is why we can see you at short notice. Same-day or next-day appointments are available, and we can often book surgery after just one consultation. Our team is here to support you every step of the way.
Our trusted surgeons with decades of experience use minimally invasive techniques whenever possible to remove your gallbladder through small incisions. This approach can lead to a shorter, more comfortable recovery compared to traditional open surgery.
Our team has extensive training and uses research-based treatments to help you reach your goals.
Your care team will include different specialists working together to ensure your recovery from surgery is as smooth as possible. We’ll keep you informed and involved in every step of your treatment plan.
Modern, high-definition surgical equipment setup with strict safety protocols.
Gallbladder surgery (also called cholecystectomy) is a procedure to remove the gallbladder — a small pouch under the liver that stores bile and helps in digestion.
When the gallbladder forms stones or gets infected, it starts causing pain and health problems. Removing it is the safest treatment.
During your initial visit, we’ll diagnose your symptoms, discuss your health history and decide how soon your gallbladder can be removed. Occasionally, we’ll need to perform an ultrasound or do blood tests to further determine the underlying cause of your gallbladder pain.
If your gallbladder is inflamed or swollen with gallstones, our surgeons may need to wait until it shrinks in size before they can remove it entirely.
Your surgeon will discuss the procedures available for your condition, explain how each one works and go over the risks and benefits. Once you and your surgeon have decided on the best approach, we can arrange your surgery promptly — in some cases, within 24 hours. Prior to the procedure, your care team will ask you to avoid eating, smoking or taking certain medications to help prevent complications.
You may need gallbladder surgery if you have:
You may need gallbladder surgery if you have:
At Vivanta, gallbladder surgery is done using laparoscopic (keyhole) techniques by experienced surgeons.
We use high-definition imaging and gentle tissue handling to reduce blood loss, pain and recovery time. Our approach emphasises patient comfort, short hospital stay, and fast return to daily life.
Laparoscopic surgery is our preferred approach as it is minimally invasive and allows for a quicker, smoother recovery. Your surgeon uses a laparoscope (small camera) to guide the removal of your gallbladder through a small incision near your navel. This procedure is carried out under general anaesthesia, so you will not feel any discomfort.
Although much less common, it is sometimes necessary to perform a traditional open surgery — particularly if you have had previous abdominal surgery or if your gallbladder symptoms are more severe. Your surgeon will discuss this possibility with you during your consultation and answer any questions you may have
Before the surgery, our care team will provide you with specific instructions to ensure you are ready for the procedure. These may include:
Gallbladder removal usually requires a short hospital stay, often less than one day. Early in your recovery, you will want to rest and avoid strenuous physical activity. Within a few weeks, you should be able to return to work and resume your other daily activities. You may notice only minor changes, such as difficulty digesting fatty foods, which may cause mild stomach upset. Our dietitians can help you adjust your meals to suit your needs.