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Gallbladder stones (cholelithiasis) can be silent or cause unbearable pain if they get stuck. Our gallstone specialists in Ahmedabad use gallstone surgery (cholecystectomy) to resolve the condition effectively. Consult the best gallstone surgeons and choose between open and laparoscopic techniques for gallstone treatment.
Gallbladder stones (cholelithiasis) can be silent or cause unbearable pain if they get stuck. Our gallstone specialists in Ahmedabad use gallstone surgery (cholecystectomy) to ... Read More
When the excess cholesterol present in the bile turns into crystals, they are called gallstones. The gallstones do not let the gallbladder empty properly. Gallstones are of different sizes and sometimes cause the inflammation of the gallbladder (cholecystitis). If the gallstones form repeatedly, laparoscopic surgery is needed.
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Physical examination, lab tests, and imaging tests are done to diagnose the gallstones. The doctor also asks about your diet to identify the reasons.
If all the remedies fail to serve the purpose of removing gallstones from the body, then the best-suited treatment is the laparoscopic gallbladder surgery. In this treatment, a small incision is made through which a tiny video camera and surgical tools are inserted. Laparoscopic treatment is the best-recommended option. It offers fast recovery, only one incision and is minimally invasive. If you want to get rid of the gallstones permanently, then reach out to your nearest doctor in Ahmedabad.
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At Pristyn Care, we leverage advanced laparoscopic and traditional techniques to remove the gallbladder entirely. The treatment is minimally invasive and the damage to other organs and structures is negligible, along with high success rates.
Our expert gallstone doctors have 10+ years of experience in performing gallbladder removal surgery or cholecystectomy safely. The doctor compiles a personalized treatment plan for each patient.
Pristyn Care team and doctors will stay in touch with you to provide ample support and proper care after surgery. We provide free follow-up consultations to all the patients to ensure they have a smooth recovery.
We accept all health insurance to cover the gallstone treatment cost. No-Cost EMI service is also available for all patients to divide the entire treatment cost into easy installments.
Some of the common side effects include that patients in Ahmedabad should be aware of are- infections, blood clots, injury to the bile duct, reaction to anesthesia, etc. In case you want to know more about the complications and how to curb them, speak with our surgeon in Ahmedabad.
In Ahmedabad, our surgeons generally allow patients to resume their daily routine within 3-4 days. However, depending on the patient’s physiology, type of technology used, etc, and other factors, the actual number of recovery days can vary.
The common ayurvedic medicine for gallstones involves using:
These ingredients can be used to cleanse the body and improve the overall health of the individual. However, there is no evidence that using these remedies will cure gallstones.
Yes. There are several medicines available that can dissolve gallstones and make it easier for the body to excrete them through waste. One of the most common medicines is Ursodiol or Chenodiol that is available as oral bile acid pills. The medicine breaks down the stones made up of cholesterol slowly. You should also know that the stones may take two years or longer to dissolve completely with this medicine.
Yes. Heartburn is one of the most common symptoms of gallbladder stones. It usually arises after a meal and gets worse when the person bends over or lies down. Sometimes, heartburn may persist several hours after eating.
It is not possible for you to diagnose gallstones at home. To confirm that you have gallbladder stones, you’ll need the following tests:
The gallbladder removal procedure is called a cholecystectomy. If the open technique is used for the surgery, the name changes to open cholecystectomy. And if the laparoscopic technique is used, the name becomes laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
On average, gallbladder stone removal cost in Ahmedabad varies from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 1,00,000 for open cholecystectomy and Rs. 45,000 to Rs. 1,50,000 for laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
Various factors that affect the cost of laparoscopic cholecystectomy are given below:
The permanent cure for gallbladder stones is undergoing surgery that involves the removal of the gallbladder itself. Once the bladder is removed, the bile juice won’t be stored in a place and there will be no chances of recurrence.
Yes. It is possible to dissolve gallstones with the help of bile salt. There are certain medications available in the market that can be taken orally to dissolve the stones. However, it may take years to dissolve the stones completely.
Apple juice for gallstones is considered a good technique to cleanse the gallbladder. The juice can stimulate the bowels and help to empty the bladder correctly
Also known as percutaneous cholecystoscopy, it is a type of endoscopic examination performed after the drainage of the gallbladder to look for stones or other abnormalities.
You can consult a primary care provider (PCP), general surgeon, and gastroenterologist for the treatment of gallbladder stones. They will diagnose the condition and suggest the most appropriate treatment method in your case specifically.
You can find an experienced gallstone specialist at Pristyn Care. We have some of the best gallstone surgeons in Ahmedabad who are well-trained in both traditional and modern techniques of gallstone treatment. They have helped numerous patients to get rid of gallstones with a success rate higher than 95%.
Yes. There are several medicines available for gallbladder stones in homeopathy, such as Calcarea carbonica, Chelidonium, lycopodium, natrum sulphuricum, nux vomica, etc. However, there is no evidence that these medicines can effectively treat gallbladder stones.
A hospital is considered best for a particular treatment when it:
Pristyn Care follows these principles and provides gallstone treatment in Ahmedabad at our partnered hospitals in a seamless manner.
The most common risks and complications that can arise during gallbladder removal surgery are:
The risks of complications usually depend on the patient’s health and the reason for undergoing cholecystectomy.
The common side effects of gallstones include:
If you have stones in the gallbladder, these problems will arise randomly.
Yes. If the stones get stuck in the neck of the bladder, it can cause inflammation and block the flow of bile juice as well. This will cause a serious infection that can be fatal if not treated on time.
Though there is no normal size for gallstones, a gallstone of 1.5 cm (15mm) is considered large. Normally, multiple gallstones can be present in the bladder measuring up to the size of 0.5 cm. However, it is rare for the stones to grow up to 5 cm.
Gallstones themselves are not dangerous or fatal. However, they can cause complications that can be life-threatening. That’s why doctors often advise not to leave gallstones untreated for a very long time.
Gallstones are one of the most common risk factors for gallbladder cancer. Around 4 out of 5 people who get diagnosed with gallbladder cancer have stones. But it happens rarely.
It may not be necessary to remove the gallbladder to treat gallstones. In some cases, the stones can be safely removed if they are not causing any symptoms. Gallbladder removal is recommended when gallstones are symptomatic and causing problems in the pancreas, bile duct, or bladder itself.
There are two techniques available for gallbladder stone surgery:
Both these techniques are effective but have several risks. The technique is decided by the doctor after the proper diagnosis of the patient.
Yes. It is entirely safe to remove the gallbladder. Doctors usually recommend this when the patient has had repeated gallstone attacks. Thanks to the advanced laparoscopic technique, the gallbladder can be safely removed with minimal complications.
Yes. Once the gallbladder is removed surgically, the bile juice won’t be stored and flows directly from the liver into the stomach. Therefore, the cholesterol or bilirubin won’t precipitate due to prolonged storage and the chances of stone formation become zero.
The treatments available at Pristyn Care’s partner hospitals in Ahmedabad are daycare, performed under 45-90 minutes, and are United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) approved. Moreover, treatments deliver long-lasting results and are performed by the best doctors at Pristyn Care in Ahmedabad. The laparoscopic treatment guarantees faster healing and allows a patient to continue the routine after 3-4 days with certain precautions. Often several risks are associated with certain surgeries. However, modern treatments have fewer complications, maybe in extreme conditions. The treatments and surgeries performed by specialists at Pristyn Care are very safe, painless, or minimally invasive, known as daycare procedures, and offer faster recoveries.
At Pristyn Care, you get treated by some of the best surgeons. Be rest assured, that you are in safe hands. In Ahmedabad, we are housing some of the most reputed and experienced gallbladder surgeons. They have years of experience and medical qualifications right up their sleeve that makes some of the most qualified individuals to perform the procedures. Each of our surgeons is specially-trained in utilizing the laparoscope technique to remove gallstones. They all possess a medical license and the necessary skills to ensure that the procedure is completed without any complications.
We work in association with some of the best hospitals in Ahmedabad such as Livewell Hospital, Sannidhiya Hospital, Scarlet Hospital, Shivam hospital- Ahmedabad, Sumiran Hospital, Sunflower Women Hospital. The laparoscopic cholecystectomy is performed at the fully-equipped operating rooms of these partner-hospitals. The hospitals are supported by a team of dedicated workers who take utmost care of every patient visiting the hospital for surgery.
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is one of the most popular treatments in Ahmedabad for the several advantages it offers:
We make sure that the end-to-end journey of a patient is as hassle-free as possible. Therefore, we help our patients with the following-
The final cost of the laparoscopic gallbladder removal of the surgery is decided after careful consideration of the following factors-
You’ll be glad to know that several major health insurance plans in Ahmedabad provide coverage for the cost of gallstone surgery. Speak with the concerned authority of the medical insurance provider to know the extent of coverage (partial or whole), inclusion of hospital privileges, waiting time, etc. To know the estimated cost of laparoscopic cholecystectomy in Ahmedabad, speak with any of our medical coordinators.
In Ahmedabad, our clinics are accessible to people from Adraj, Ahmedabad Airport, Ahmedabad Cantonment, Ambli, Anand Nagar, Aslali, Bagodara, Bahlolpur, Bapunagar, Behrampura, Bhatta, Bholad, Bopal, Bavla, Bhadra, Chanakyapuri, Chaloda, Chandkheda, Changodar, Chekhla, CTM, D Colony, Delhi Chakla, Dariapur, Daxini Society, Detroj, Dhandhuka, Dholka, Dudheshwar, Ellis Bridge, Fedara, Gandhi Ashram, Geratpur, Ghatlodiya, Ghodasar, Gift City, Girdhar Nagar, Gokuldham, Gomtipur, Gurukul, Hathijan, Hajipur, Hansol, Isanpur, Jagatpur, Jalila, Janta Nagar, Jawahar Chowk, Jetalpur, Juhapura, Juna Wadaj, Kadi, Kali, Kalupur, Kankaria, Kathwada, Keshav Nagar, Khadia, Khanpur, Kheda, Khodiar Nagar, Koba, Khora Colony, Kudasan, Kuha, Laxmanoura, Lal Darwaza, Pethapur, Revdi Bazar, Rampura, Sabarmati, Sanathal, Sarfabad, Sarkhej, Satellite, Sector 101, Sector 102, Sector 104, Sector 105, Sector 109, Sector 115, Sector 118, Talod, Tavdipura, Teen Darwaja, Unali, Usmanpura, Vasna, Vastral, Vatva GIDC, Vincchiya, Vinzol, Virochan Nagar, etc. Book an appointment for a detailed consultation with our experienced gallstone surgeon.
For the consultation of gallstones with our surgeons in Ahmedabad, residents of nearby places of Ahmedabad such as Naroda, Sarkhej, Adalaj, Kalol, Dahegam, Sanand, Mahemdavad, Kheda, Gandhinagar, Dholka, Mahudha, Mansa, Kadi, Nadiad, Sojitra, Amadavad, Watuwa, Batwa, Wanch, Vehelal, Jetalpur, Satej, Uwarsad, Kanij, Sanand, Badarpur, Ghorasar, etc. can also book an appointment at our clinics in Ahmedabad can book an appointment with us.
People can speak with our gallstone surgeons in Ahmedabad in two ways- online and offline.
For online consultation- You can book the same from the dropdown menu of ‘For Patients’ found at the top of the screen. Or, simply download the app and install it into your smartphones and accordingly, book an appointment.
For offline consultation- Give us a call at the above number and have a word with any of our medical coordinators who understand your condition and book an appointment at the nearest clinic.
Simply select the ‘Book Appointment’ option and fill the patient’s information into the contact form.
A gallstone is a stone that forms inside the gallbladder due to precipitated bile components. The presence of gallstones is called cholelithiasis. The common reasons for gallbladder stone formation are:
In all these cases, the excess cholesterol and bilirubin may start to crystallize and eventually turn into stones. Besides the above-mentioned reasons, there are two other factors that impact gallstone formation. The first one is the frequency and ability of the gallbladder contractions. If the contractions are incomplete and infrequent, the bladder won’t empty properly and cause the bile to become over concentrated. The second factor is the presence of proteins in the liver and bile that either promote or inhibit gallstone formation.
Initially, the size of these stones is equal to a grain of sand. However, it can grow quickly and become as large as a golf ball. Moreover, the gallbladder may contain one or multiple stones of smaller or equal size.
Gallbladder stones are divided into three different types based on their composition. These types are explained below:
All these three types of stones can be present in the gallbladder altogether or alone. But in each scenario, you will need proper treatment for them.
When left untreated, gallbladder stones can turn into a serious medical issue. If you don’t take a proactive approach for your health and consult a doctor to remove the stones, it can cause the following complications:
Ignoring gallbladder stones is not advisable under any circumstances. You should consult a doctor and discuss what you can do to get rid of the stones permanently.
It is mostly our lifestyle that increases the risk of gallbladder stone formation. Therefore, you can prevent gallstones by making the following changes in your daily life:
You can talk to a gallstone specialist to find out what else you can do to prevent gallstones.
The food items that you eat on a regular basis have a significant impact on the body. If you eat a healthy and balanced diet and combine it with physical activities, it can lower the risk of gallstone development to almost negligible.
According to experts, the ideal diet for gallstones consists of:
Along with knowing what foods to eat, you should also keep your cravings in check and avoid unhealthy fats, such as desserts and fried foods. Talk to your healthcare provider and ask them to make changes in your diet that will help you avoid gallstones and other health problems as well.
Devendra Tomar
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I learned about pristyn care through a close friend of mine. I was very hesitant at first. I never thought i would need to undergo a surgical experience but luck would have it otherwise. I am very grateful to pristyn care and their entire team in ahmedabad. It was honestly a very good experience. I am satisfied with the results.
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Simply brilliant from start to finish. My care coordinator was super helpful to me throughout my surgical journey. Not only that but she even helped me with all my hospital related paperwork as well.
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Great experience with Pristyn Care team in Ahmedabad. I had my sister's gallstone surgery through them and I couldn't have asked for anything more. Would highly recommend.
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Great service provided by pristyn care team in ahmedabad. The hospital was very clean and well kept. Surgery was fine too. Facing no issues so far. I couldn't have asked for anything better.
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