Open Cholecystectomy Treatment in India

Pari Shah, a 58-year-old retired school...

Pari Shah, a 58-year-old retired school librarian, had been experiencing intermittent upper abdominal pain for over a year, which she attributed to stress or indigestion. The pain became severe and constant, radiating to her back, especially after eating fatty foods like her favorite samosas. An ultrasound revealed multiple large gallstones and a thickened gallbladder wall. Her general surgeon, Dr. Mehta, recommended an open cholecystectomy due to the significant inflammation and history of prior abdominal surgeries for adhesions, making laparoscopic surgery risky. Pari was terrified of the large incision and a long hospital stay. The surgery went smoothly, though the recovery in the hospital was painful for the first few days. With support from her family and gentle walks, her pain gradually subsided. Six weeks later, she was back to her morning walks and could enjoy meals without fear. The relief from the constant, gnawing pain was profound. Her initial fear transformed into gratitude, and she felt a renewed sense of health and freedom, deeply appreciating the care she received.