Laparoscopic gallbladder surgery by Dr. Kamalakkhannan
Gallbladder stones can cause severe abdominal pain, digestive discomfort and complications if left untreated. Many people first discover them during a routine scan.
We provide expert diagnosis and advanced laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, helping patients recover quickly and return to normal life with minimal discomfort.
No. Gallstones found incidentally on a scan, causing no symptoms, are often simply monitored. Surgery is recommended when stones cause symptoms — recurrent pain, inflammation, infection, blocked bile ducts or pancreatitis — because once attacks begin they tend to recur and can escalate. Medicines do not reliably dissolve stones, so the definitive treatment is removal of the gallbladder itself.
Understanding the Condition
Gallbladder stones, also known as gallstones, are hardened deposits that form inside the gallbladder — a small organ that stores bile produced by the liver.
Bile helps digest fat. When its chemical balance shifts — usually with excess cholesterol — crystals form and gradually harden into stones. These can range from grains of sand to the size of a golf ball.
Some people have gallstones without symptoms, while others experience severe pain and complications. Trouble typically begins when a stone blocks the outlet, trapping bile and causing the gallbladder to contract against the obstruction.
Warning Signs
You may have gallbladder stones if you experience any of the following.
Seek urgent care for severe abdominal pain with fever, or yellowing of the skin or eyes. These can indicate a blocked bile duct, gallbladder infection or gallstone pancreatitis — all of which need prompt treatment rather than an appointment next week.
Causes
Gallstones can develop due to a combination of the following.
Not all gallstones require surgery, but symptomatic gallstones should be evaluated promptly.
When It Matters
Treatment may be recommended when gallstones cause any of the following.
Early treatment helps prevent complications and emergency hospital admissions.
Treatment
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is the most commonly recommended treatment for symptomatic gallstones. The procedure involves removing the gallbladder through small incisions using a camera and specialized surgical instruments.
Most patients can resume routine activities within a short period following surgery.
What to Expect
Discussion of your symptoms and their pattern, along with review of any scans you already have.
Ultrasound and blood tests confirm the diagnosis and check whether the bile ducts are involved.
Laparoscopic removal of the gallbladder, usually completed within one to two hours.
Many patients are discharged within 24 hours, with dietary guidance for the weeks that follow.
Your Surgeon
Dr. Kamalakkhannan is an experienced laparoscopic and laser surgeon with over 15 years of expertise in gallbladder and general surgical conditions.
Patients trust his expertise, patient-centered care, and commitment to providing modern surgical solutions.
Why Patients Choose Lapser
Patients from Chennai and surrounding areas come here for experience, expertise and a patient-focused approach.
Treating gallbladder stones, hernias, piles, fissures, fistulas and other surgical conditions.
Minimally invasive procedures designed for smaller incisions, less pain and better cosmetic outcomes.
Recommendations based on your symptoms, imaging findings, medical history and individual health needs.
Many patients come through recommendations from family and friends who were treated here.
Videos explaining gallstones, when surgery is necessary, the procedure itself and recovery.
Advanced surgical care and personalized attention across two South Chennai locations.
Patient Education
Understanding your condition helps you decide
Short, jargon-free videos on gallbladder stones and how they are treated.
Frequently Asked
Most gallstones do not disappear on their own. Treatment recommendations depend on symptoms and the risk of complications.
Not all gallstones require surgery. However, symptomatic gallstones often require surgical treatment to prevent recurrent attacks and complications.
Yes. The liver continues to produce bile after gallbladder removal, and most people return to normal daily activities and eating habits.
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a widely performed and well-established procedure used worldwide for gallbladder stone treatment.
Most laparoscopic gallbladder surgeries are completed within one to two hours, depending on the complexity of the case.
Fatty, fried, oily, and heavy meals commonly trigger symptoms in people with gallstones.
Cost & Recovery
A personalized treatment plan and cost estimate will be provided after consultation.
Most health insurance plans cover medically necessary gallbladder surgery. Coverage depends on individual policy terms.
Many patients are discharged within 24 hours after laparoscopic surgery, depending on their overall condition and recovery.
Most patients return to light daily activities within a few days. Recovery time varies depending on the individual and the complexity of the procedure.
Many patients with desk-based jobs return to work within one to two weeks. Recovery timelines vary depending on the nature of work and individual healing.
A balanced diet with adequate hydration is generally recommended. Your doctor will provide specific dietary guidance based on your recovery.
Whether you are experiencing recurrent abdominal pain, gallbladder attacks, or have been diagnosed with gallstones during a scan, Dr. Kamalakkhannan can help you understand your treatment options and guide you toward the most appropriate solution.
The information on this page is for general awareness and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Suitability for laparoscopic surgery, recovery times and outcomes vary from person to person and depend on the complexity of the condition. Severe abdominal pain with fever or jaundice requires urgent medical attention. Always consult a qualified doctor about your condition.
