Open Gallbladder Surgery for Gallstones
What To Expect After Surgery
Surgery usually involves a hospital stay of 2 to 4 days or longer. Most people can return to their normal activities in 4 to 6 weeks. Open surgery involves more pain afterward and a longer recovery period than laparoscopic surgery.
This surgery leaves a moderately large scar [4 in. (10.2 cm) to 8 in. (20.3 cm) long].
No special diets or other precautions are needed after surgery.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: July 15, 2011 |
| Medical Review: | Reference E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Reference Arvydas D. Vanagunas, MD - Gastroenterology |
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