During an open
retrograde cholecystectomy, the gallbladder is removed from the bottom tip
downward, rather than from the cystic duct. This procedure may be performed by
lifting the liver off of the inflamed gallbladder and attaching it to the
diaphragm.
Also Known As:
- Gallbladder surgery
- Gallbladder removal
- Open retrograde gallbladder removal
Conditions Treated with an Open Retrograde
Cholecystectomy:
An open retrograde
cholecystectomy may be performed in cases of gallbladder stones, gallbladder
cancer and cholecystitis.
There are no
comparable non-surgical alternatives to an open retrograde cholecystectomy.
Surgical alternatives include laparoscopic cholecystectomy, laparoscopic
retrograde cholecystectomy and open cholecystectomy.
Anesthesia with an Open Retrograde
Cholecystectomy:
An open retrograde
cholecystectomy is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the
patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.
Potential Complications from an Open
Retrograde Cholecystectomy:
Possible risks
following an open cholecystectomy include infection, bleeding and a negative
reaction to the anesthesia. It is also possible to experience injury to the
common bile duct, liver and other organs.
Prognosis after an Open Retrograde Cholecystectomy:
The prognosis for a
positive end result following an open retrograde cholecystectomy is very good.
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