Gallbladder Removal
 

Aftercare - Gallbladder Removal

Most patients who undergo laparoscopic cholecystectomy go home the day of surgery. They immediately resume a normal diet and normal activities. Most patients who undergo open cholecystectomy require five to seven days of hospitalization. They resume a normal diet after one week, and normal activities after four to six weeks.


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