Gallbladder Surgery What To Expect On The Day Of Surgery
Usually, the treatment of choice for various conditions of the gallbladder is a cholecystectomy (removal of the gallbladder). That’s because a person can function normally without a gallbladder. It may be done by a minimally-invasive or open surgery. Before the Surgery Before gallbladder surgery, it’s important to follow your surgeon’s instructions. Common preoperative orders include: No drinking or eatingTake only medications that have been approved by the surgeon (with a small sip of water)Take a bath or shower before going to the hospital or outpatient centerDo not apply lotion, deodorant, perfumes, or nail polishDo not shave the surgical site (abdomen)Remove all jewelry and/or contact lensesBring a photo ID to the outpatient center or hospitalBe prepared to answer a few questions before surgery (such as your full name, type of surgery you are expecting to have, which body part will be operated on)....