Acute Cholecystitis
Gallbladder Infection: Causes, Symptoms & Surgical Treatment
Advanced Laparoscopic Gallbladder Care in Thane – By Dr. Ankur Bhanushali
What Is Acute Cholecystitis?
Acute cholecystitis is a sudden inflammation of the gallbladder, most commonly caused by gallstones blocking the cystic duct. This blockage leads to severe pain, infection, and swelling of the gallbladder, requiring urgent medical or surgical treatment.
Common Causes of Acute Cholecystitis
✔ Gallstones (most common)
✔ Bacterial infection
✔ Gallbladder ischemia
✔ Tumors causing bile duct blockage
Gallstone-related cases need surgery.
Who Is More Prone?
High-risk groups include:
✔ Women above 40
✔ Obese individuals
✔ Diabetics
✔ Patients with rapid weight loss
✔ Pregnant women
Lifestyle factors play a role.
Symptoms You Should Not Ignore
✔ Severe pain in right upper abdomen
✔ Pain radiating to back or shoulder
✔ Fever and chills
✔ Nausea and vomiting
✔ Abdominal tenderness
Pain persists and worsens.
Warning Signs of Complications
✔ High fever
✔ Persistent vomiting
✔ Jaundice
✔ Severe abdominal rigidity
Immediate hospital care is needed.
Possible Complications
Delay in treatment may cause:
✔ Gallbladder rupture
✔ Empyema
✔ Gangrene
✔ Peritonitis
Early intervention prevents life-threatening outcomes.
Diagnosis of Acute Cholecystitis
Diagnostic tools include:
✔ Blood tests (raised WBC)
✔ Ultrasound abdomen
✔ CT scan if needed
✔ HIDA scan (select cases)
Imaging confirms the diagnosis.
Treatment Options
✔ Pain management and antibiotics
✔ Laparoscopic cholecystectomy – definitive treatment
✔ Open surgery in complicated cases
Surgery offers permanent relief.
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Surgery
Benefits include:
✔ Minimal scars
✔ Less post-operative pain
✔ Faster recovery
✔ Short hospital stay
Most patients resume routine activities quickly.
Open Cholecystectomy
Recommended when:
✔ Severe infection
✔ Dense adhesions
✔ Gallbladder perforation
Ensures safe removal.
Recovery After Gallbladder Surgery
✔ Hospital stay: 1–2 days
✔ Light diet initially
✔ Resume normal diet gradually
✔ Return to work in 7–10 days
Recovery is smooth with guidance.
Life After Gallbladder Removal
✔ Normal digestion in most patients
✔ Avoid oily food initially
✔ Healthy lifestyle advised
No long-term restrictions.
Gallbladder Surgery in Thane at Aayush Multispeciality Hospital
Hospital facilities include:
✔ Advanced laparoscopic OT
✔ 24×7 emergency care
✔ In-house diagnostics
✔ ICU backup
Comprehensive surgical care.
Why Choose Dr. Ankur Bhanushali?
✔ Expert laparoscopic surgeon
✔ Extensive experience in gallbladder surgery
✔ Safe and ethical treatment
✔ Excellent patient satisfaction
Trusted name in Thane.
Aayush Multispeciality Hospital – Full Address
📍 1st Floor, Marigold Apartment
Almeda Road, Panch Pakhdi,
Thane West – 400602,
Maharashtra, India
📞 +91 86910 33033
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📍 Shop No. 4, Laxmi Krupa Building
Edulji Road, Charai,
Thane West – 400602,
Maharashtra, India
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