What's Wrong with My Gallbladder?

Understanding Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

The minimally invasive surgical removal of the gallbladder, known as laparoscopic cholecystectomy, is one of the most commonly performed operations today. Yet, patients do not have a full understanding of the procedure and often, search the internet for answers. This concise book aims to bridge the knowledge gap between surgeons and patients by explaining the various aspects of the procedure in detail, educating patients and their relatives who are eager to understand more about the procedure and condition.

Readers will be brought through the basics of gallbladder anatomy and physiology, operative procedure and post-operative care. All procedures are richly illustrated in colour to import greater understanding and a more immersive experience to readers.

With chapters on operative procedures and challenging scenarios faced, medical undergraduates and junior doctors will also find this book useful as it provides in-depth practical knowledge that will be invaluable to them as they embark on their own training and practice.

Contents:

• Introduction
• Basic Relevant Anatomy and Physiology
• Indications and Contraindications
• Diagnosis
• Pre-operative Assessment
• Operative Procedure
• Post-operative Phase
• Complications
• 3D Laparoscopic Surgery for Cholecystectomy
• Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery for Cholecystectomy
• Robotic Surgery for Cholecystectomy
• Challenging Scenarios
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Conclusion
• Appendix: Equipment
• Index

Readership: Medical undergraduates and junior doctors; patients and relatives who are interested in this subject.
Key Features:

• This book is concise and reader-friendly
• This book is drawn from the vast surgical experience of Dr Sing Shang Ngoi, a renowned surgeon in private practice who is widely known for his mastery of laparoscopic cholecystectomy