Rapid Gallstone Clinic - Patient Information

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Risks of gall bladder surgery

1. Specific risks of gall bladder surgery are rare but may be serious. Damage to the bile duct occurs in approximately 0.5% of cases. Further surgery or camera examination of the bile duct is usually required.

2. Leakage of bile is also rare but may require camera examination of the bile duct.

3. Infection or bleeding are also unusual. Precautions are taken to prevent complications such as chest infection or clot formation in the calf or lungs.



Home About Us Patient Information Gallstones Appointments Other Gallstone Surgery Information	Patient Information Detailed information on the operation Benefits of gall bladder surgery Risks of gall bladder surgery What to expect after gallbladder surgery Woundcare following gallstone surgery Medication following a gallstone surgery Diet following gallstone surgery Risks of gall bladder surgery 1. Specific risks of gall bladder surgery are rare but may be serious. Damage to the bile duct occurs in approximately 0.5% of cases. Further surgery or camera examination of the bile duct is usually required. 2. Leakage of bile is also rare but may require camera examination of the bile duct. 3. Infection or bleeding are also unusual. Precautions are taken to prevent complications such as chest infection or clot formation in the calf or lungs.