Risks and Complications of Gallbladder Surgery
Short answer: Like any surgery, gallbladder surgery has risks: bleeding, infection, bile duct injury (uncommon) and conversion to open surgery. They are uncommon and are reduced with proper evaluation, careful technique and follow-up. The surgeon explains them during the consultation.
Learning about the risks of gallbladder surgery is part of a responsible decision.
Possible complications
Bleeding, infection, bile duct injury (uncommon) and conversion to open surgery.
How they are reduced
A complete pre-operative evaluation, careful technique and close follow-up. The experience of the team influences the results.