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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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The health care professional uses your medical history, a physical exam, lab and imaging tests to diagnose gallstones. During the physical examination, the doctor also checks your body, asks about your diet and check for pain in the abdomen
Medications will reduce the pain experienced but will not eliminate gallstones permanently. Only surgical methods (called Cholecystectomy) are effective. Cholecystectomy can be performed in two ways- Traditional open surgery or laparoscopic gallbladder surgery. Laparoscopic surgery uses a small incision. The laparoscope has a tiny video camera and surgical tools. The tube, camera, and tools are put in through the incision. The surgeon does the surgery while looking at a TV monitor and removes the gallstones. We highly recommend laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery because :
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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.
Pristyn Care has its clinics in Kamla Nagar, Agra. The exact location of the clinic in Agra is No D 250, Balkeshwar Colony Main Market, Near Canara Bank, Kamla Nagar, Agra, Uttar Pradesh-282004
Yes. Most of the health insurance plans in India cover the cost of gallstone treatment, even with the laparoscopic technique. Some of the medical plans provide additional benefits such as ambulance services, some of diagnostic tests, etc. Speak with any representative of the medical insurance plan who can help you answer all the queries.
The most common surgery to cure gallbladder stones in patients older than 65 years is cholecystectomy. In simpler terms, it is the removal of the gallbladder, the organ. A small incision is made through which a small telescope is inserted to help the doctor to see inside.
Laparoscopic surgery is preferred over traditional surgery because it offers several benefits to patients. These include-
Avoid high-fat dairy such as cheese, ice cream, and whole milk. Restrict the consumption of chocolate. Soft foods such as applesauce, rice, eggs, broth or soup, etc. are advised by the doctor to consume. Steamed vegetables are suggested as they are easier to digest. Pristyn Care specialists provide a complete diet plan after surgery.
We are taking every possible precautionary measure to protect patients from COVID-19 in all our clinics and partner hospitals. Some of these include-
A gastroenterologist or a general surgeon usually provides treatment for gallstones. They specialize in both gallstones and gallbladder removal. The doctors can diagnose your symptoms and condition and provide either surgical or non-surgical treatments.
Pristyn Care is one of the best gallstones clinics in Agra. If you are looking for gallstone treatment, you can contact Pristyn Care and consult with expert doctors. Pristyn Care clinics are located in several places of Agra and are easily accessible from almost all parts of Agra.
Gallstone surgery may depend on the size and number of stones. You may have several gallstones measuring about 0.5 cm or one gallstone measuring up to 5 cm in diameter. You may have one big stone or several grain-sized stones. It is not only the size that determines the need for surgery but also the number of stones in the gallbladder. A gastroenterologist or a gallstone specialist would be the best person to determine whether you need surgery for your gallstone removal or not.
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 Agra 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 Agra 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 Agra 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.
To provide you with a permanent solution to your health concerns such as gallbladder stones or hernia, we rely on cutting-edge technology which ensures fast recovery. Our doctors are experts in the latest care treatments, specializing in laser and laparoscopic procedures. With our vast network of clinics, hospitals, and diagnostics centers, we ensure a great surgical experience for all our patients.
We have partnered with several super-specialty hospitals in Agra to provide the most advanced laparoscopic treatment. Most of our partner-hospitals in Agra are accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare providers. This accreditation guarantees that every standard of procedure recommended following during gallstone treatment, is followed diligently. We also ensure that our partner-hospitals are regularly sanitized and safe for patients to undergo treatment. The partner-hospitals have multiple diagnostic rooms with the latest technology as well as multiple fully-equipped consultation rooms and operating theatres.
In Agra, we promise to provide hassle-free treatment by ensuring round-the-clock support from our medical coordinators. We envision that patients suffering from gallstones are treated for the problem for once and all and there is no unnecessary delay in the treatment. To deliver on our words, by ensuring the following-
We have a large footprint in Agra. People from Gailana, Pathauli Village, Shamsabad, Manghatai, Civil Lines, Dayal Bagh, Gopal Pura, Jaipuria, Kamla Nagar, Kaulakha, Kiraoli. Kuberpur, Lohamandi, Rakabganj, Rohta, Shahganj, Tajganj, Kharbai, Rajrai, Ramnagar Khandauli, Runkata, Shastripuram, etc. can easily book an appointment with any of our experienced surgeons in Agra. Some of the ways you can reach out to us are-
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.
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The hospital that was provided to me by pristyn care was very clean and well kept. Must say i am very impressed with the treatment i recieved. Huge thanks to everyone involved. Keep it up. Would highly recommend.
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I am happy with the results. It was definitely more than what I initially expected. The entire process was extremely smooth and i faced no problems at any point of my surgical journey. Huge thanks to everyone involved. Very happy.
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It was overall a great experience. There were some small hiccups here and there regarding the communication but thats okay. Thanks for the help and treatment. Very happy with the results.
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Had my mother's gallstone surgery through pristyn care. I am very happy with the care and help she recieved. She is very old and suffers from many ailments but the doctor and nurses treated her with care and respect. She and I and very grateful for everything.
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