Gastric band removal is often necessary because of inadequate weight loss from the original procedure or because of other complications. The surgery may include lap band conversion to a more advanced bariatric procedure with proven efficacy. Whether you’re undergoing removal or conversion, there are a few steps that you should take to prepare for gastric…
Endometriosis can be a painful and frustrating condition. It’s important that you know when to seek treatment and what options are available. Many women affected by endometriosis experience painful periods, cramping, heavy bleeding and bloating. Sometimes, symptoms are so strong that day-to-day activities become a struggle. While there are treatments that can give you relief,…
The main reason why your doctor may recommend surgery to remove your gallbladder are painful gallstones. Gallstones form when there is an imbalance in the substances that make up a digestive juice known as the bile. However, there might be other reasons why you might need to undergo a gallbladder removal. Today, the preferred procedure…
Laparoscopic gallbladder removal, or cholecystectomy, is one of the most common surgical procedures. This surgery is performed laparoscopically under general anaesthesia and carries only a small risk of complications. The gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ located in the upper right side of your abdomen, below your liver. It collects and stores a digestive fluid produced…
