Sometimes gallbladder removal results in increased bowel movements, which tend to return to a normal amount in time. The videosurgeon inserts a thin, telescope-like instrument attached to a camera, along with specially designed surgical instruments. The camera projects a magnified picture of the gallbladder region onto a television screen. This picture guides the surgeon as he or she moves the instruments that will remove the gallbladder. Less time in the hospital.
Most patients are able to leave the hospital the same day as the surgery or the next day.
Quick recovery time. A patient can return to work or a regular routine within 3 to 7 days, compared to 4 to 6 weeks with open surgery. These heal with time, but for many people, the process can be painful. With only four small incisions needed for videosurgery, the recuperative pain is greatly reduced.