Medical articles of Gallbladder surgery

12/05/2026
Mr Shahid Farid
Consultant Hepatobiliary and Liver Transplant Surgeon
Porcelain gallbladder: when surgery is needed?
Porcelain gallbladder refers to calcification of the gallbladder wall. It is often discovered incidentally on imaging and does not always cause symptoms. Consultant general, hepatobiliary and liver transplant surgeon Mr Shahid Farid explains how risk is assessed and when surgery may be appropriate.
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01/05/2026
Mr Donald McArthur
Consultant General and Upper GI Surgeon
Abdominal pain caused by gallstone disease: causes, symptoms and treatment
Gallstone disease is one of the most common causes of upper abdominal pain seen in surgical practice.
16/03/2026
Mr Humza Malik
Consultant upper GI and general surgeon
Understanding your gallbladder: symptoms, treatment, and living well
The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ tucked under the liver, yet it plays a crucial role in digestion. Many people experience gallbladder problems at some point in their lives, from mild discomfort to severe pain that requires medical attention.
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10/02/2026
Mr Ashraf Elmetwally
Consultant General and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon
When gallbladder pain means surgery: A step-by-step guide to diagnosis and treatment
Here to tell us when gallbladder surgery is typically required for patients experiencing symptoms is revered consultant general and upper gastrointestinal surgeon, Mr Ashraf Elmetwally.
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26/01/2026
Mr Siddek Isreb
Consultant upper GI surgeon
What to know about gallbladder removal
In this article, we take a look at why the surgery is recommended, how it’s performed and what recovery involves, so you can feel more prepared.
10/10/2025
Mr Stavros Karamanakos
Consultant General & Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon Surgeon
Gallbladder problems: When should you see a surgeon?
Gallbladder problems are a common cause of upper abdominal pain, often linked to gallstones or inflammation. Many people experience mild or occasional symptoms and wonder when to seek specialist advice.
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25/08/2025
Professor Sanjay Purkayastha
General, Upper GI and Bariatric Surgeon
The latest innovations in gallbladder surgery
Gallbladder problems - most often gallstones causing pain, infection or pancreatitis - are commonly treated with gallbladder surgery, or gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy).
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09/04/2025
Mr Noman Zafar
Surgeon
Gallbladder surgery: a guide
The gallbladder, located underneath the liver, is an accessory organ that can be afflicted by conditions which necessitate its removal. In this article, a consultant gastrointestinal and general surgeon the purpose of the gallbladder, how issues can occur, and the approach to correcting them surgically.
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09/04/2025
Ms Avril Chang
Consultant Upper GI and General Surgeon
Gallbladder surgery: complex cases and high-risk patients
The gallbladder is an underestimated but significant part of the hepatobiliary organ group and the digestive system. In this article, a consultant upper gastrointestinal and general surgeon explains the indications for gallbladder surgery, when it may be complex, and how to best treat high-risk patients.
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06/03/2025
Dr Vivek Goel
Consultant Gastroenterologist
Where does gallbladder cancer spread to? common sites and symptoms
Gallbladder cancer is a rare but serious condition that often goes undetected until it has already spread beyond the gallbladder, affecting nearby and distant organs. Understanding how gallbladder cancer spreads, where it is most likely to travel, and the symptoms that may appear can help with early detection and treatment.