Dr. Sunil Bangera
MS – General Surgery · Sahil Hospital, Thane
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is the medical term for keyhole removal of the gallbladder. It is the gold standard treatment for gallbladder stones worldwide and is performed daily at Sahil Hospital by Dr. Sunil Bangera, General and Laparoscopic Surgeon.
Instead of a large cut, the surgeon makes 3–4 tiny incisions — each less than 1 cm — in the abdomen. A thin camera and small surgical tools are inserted through these openings. The surgeon watches a high-definition screen and removes the gallbladder without disturbing other organs. Most patients go home the same day or the next morning.
Think of it like a mobile phone camera — the surgeon operates with precision on a screen, without needing a large opening. It is safe, proven, and performed thousands of times every year.
Yes. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is one of the safest and most commonly performed surgeries in the world. It has been the standard of care for over 30 years. Complications are rare and far less frequent than with open surgery.
“I have never had surgery before — what if something goes wrong?”
This concern is completely understandable. But consider the alternative: ignoring gallstones can lead to a blocked bile duct, severe infection, or emergency surgery — all of which carry far greater risk than a planned laparoscopic procedure. Planned surgery in a well-equipped hospital is always the safer path.
Cost is one of the most common reasons patients delay surgery. The concern about hospital bills is real — particularly for families managing multiple responsibilities.
At Sahil Hospital, we believe quality surgical care should be accessible. We offer affordable laparoscopic surgery packages with transparent pricing. We encourage you to contact us directly so our team can walk you through the full cost and available options before you make any decision.
A note on cost: Untreated gallstones that become complicated often require longer hospital stays, ICU care, and more involved procedures. Early laparoscopic surgery is — in most cases — the most cost-effective choice available.
“Can I live normally without my gallbladder?”
Absolutely. The gallbladder is a storage organ — it is not essential for digestion. Your liver continues to produce bile, which flows directly into the small intestine. Within a few weeks, most patients eat and digest normally. A small number may need to moderate fatty foods for 4–6 weeks post-surgery. That is typically all that is required.
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Do not wait for the pain to worsen. Early treatment is safer, faster, and more affordable than most patients expect. Dr. Sunil Bangera and the team at Sahil Hospital are here to guide you through every step.
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