Liver & Gallbladder Surgery in Kolkata

Understanding liver and gallbladder conditions

The liver and gallbladder play a vital role in digestion and metabolism. Disorders of these organs can affect your overall health and quality of life.

Causes and who is at risk

Common liver and gallbladder conditions

Symptoms to watch for

Many liver and gallbladder conditions stay silent at first. Common warning signs include:

• Pain in the upper right abdomen
• Nausea and vomiting
• Jaundice: yellowing of the skin and eyes
• Indigestion and bloating
• Fever (if there is infection)
• Unexplained weight loss

How these conditions are diagnosed

An accurate diagnosis is the basis of a good treatment plan. Tests may include:

• Ultrasound (USG abdomen)
• CT scan or MRI
• Liver function tests (LFTs)
• Endoscopic procedures (ERCP), if required

Treatment options

The procedures

• Laparoscopic gallbladder surgery (cholecystectomy)Removal of the gallbladder through small incisions, with minimal pain, a faster recovery and a short hospital stay.
• Liver surgery (hepatic procedures)Removal of liver cysts or tumours, drainage of a liver abscess, or removal (resection) of the affected liver segments.

Benefits of minimally invasive surgery

• Smaller incisions and minimal scarring
• Less pain and blood loss
• A faster recovery for most patients
• Lower risk of complications
• An earlier return to daily activities

Recovery and care after surgery

• Most laparoscopic procedures allow discharge within 1–3 days
• A gradual return to your normal diet and activities
• Avoid heavy lifting in early recovery
• Regular follow-up supports healing

Watch Dr Ray explain

• Duration 3:15 Explainer · Bengali Play video: Liver cysts and their treatment 11 Oct 2023
• Duration 4:06 Explainer · Bengali Play video: পাথর পিত্তনালিতে গেলে কি হয়? · When a stone moves into the bile duct 29 Apr 2026
• Duration 2:19 Explainer · Bengali Play video: Does grey hair mean a liver problem? 4 Sep 2025

• Gallstones Play reel: Gallstones and obstructive jaundice
• Liver Play reel: Liver health tips

A patient’s story

• Duration 1:17 Gallstones Play video: Gallbladder stone removal, in a patient's words

Patient experiences are individual. Results vary. Names may be changed for privacy.

Frequently asked questions