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Gallbladder removal and hiatal hernia repair surgery at same time
Answered by
Ratnakar Kini, MD - Gastroenterology, Pediatrics, acid reflux, gerd, colitis
Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist
India
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Gallbladder removal and hiatal hernia repair surgery at same time
by LindaSueBob, Jan 22, 2009 10:22PM
I am having my gallbladder out (19% functioning) and hiatal hernia repair done the same day. I am a 57 year old female, non smoker, non drinker, 175 weight. I have had previous ACDF with plate and screws and back surgery 10 years ago. I now have a thyroid lump that is benign in my neck. My question is what will the recovery be like. I looked up the recovery for a gallbladder surgery and recovery for hiatal hernia repair and I think I am in for a lot of pain and weight loss. the weight loss I can take. But the pain I am not looking forward to. I will be home during the day by myself. Would I be able to take care of myself and what will the recovery be like. Any help appreciated. Thanks.
Doctor's Answer
by Ratnakar Kini, MD, Jan 25, 2009 02:06AM
, Jan 25, 2009 02:06AM
Hi,
If they are done laparoscopically, recovery would be faster. The hospital stay would be shorter, scar would be minimal and pain may not be for a long time.
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- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
If they are done laparoscopically, recovery would be faster. The hospital stay would be shorter, scar would be minimal and pain may not be for a long time.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
Member Comments (2)
by LindaSueBob, Jan 25, 2009 02:31AM
Okay, thanks so much. I was hoping to go home right after but I guess that is not an option. As far as surgeon can see it will be laparoscopically unless they see something else when they go in. So would the hospital stay be one night do you think or longer? I hate the thoughts of even one night. I have ear plugs packed for it tho.
