Gallstone Surgery Insurance Coverage - 100% Cashless
Gallstone removal surgery i.e. cholecystectomy is covered under both health insurance and mediclaim.We provide a streamlined, transparent treatment experience and makes sure that the insurance claim process is hassle-free for the patients

Gallstones can show various symptoms that can aggravate if the condition is left untreated. Some common symptoms of gallstones include:

• Pain in the upper right abdomen
• High temperature
• Rapid Heartbeat
• Itchiness on the skin
• Chills
• Diarrhea
• Confusion
• Reduced appetite

The recovery period after gallstone surgery depends on the type of procedure performed:

Laparoscopic Gallbladder Surgery

• Hospital Stay: Usually same-day discharge or 1-day stay.
• Return to Normal Activities: 1-2 weeks.
• Full Recovery: About 4-6 weeks.

Robotic Gallbladder Surgery

• Hospital Stay: Often outpatient or 1-day stay.
• Return to Normal Activities: 1 week or less.
• Full Recovery: 4 weeks or sooner due to precision and minimal invasiveness.

Open Gallbladder Surgery (Rarely Performed)

• Hospital Stay: 3-5 days.
• Return to Normal Activities: 4-6 weeks.
• Full Recovery: 8 weeks or longer.

Factors Influencing Recovery

• Patient's Overall Health: Faster recovery in healthy individuals.
• Nature of Work: Desk jobs may resume sooner than physically demanding jobs.
• Post-Surgery Care: Proper wound care, a balanced diet, and avoiding heavy lifting expedite recovery.

Always follow your surgeon’s advice and attend follow-up appointments to ensure a smooth recovery.

In most cases, gallstones do not cause any symptoms, and the affected individuals can perform their daily tasks without hassles. However, in severe cases, gallstones can eventually cause the tissues in the gallbladder to die, leading to gangrene. Eventually, the gallbladder can get torn and burst.