Many types of gallbladder problems indicate the need for a cholecystectomy, which is the term for removal of the gallbladder. Some indications for this type of procedure include problematic gallstones, inflammation of the gallbladder, gallbladder cancer, and biliary pancreatitis. While open procedures used to be used for every gallbladder surgery, surgeons, including Dr. Elijah Mobley…
Bariatric surgery is a procedure in which the stomach and the intestines are altered in order to help the patient manage their diet better and lose weight more effectively. This procedure has risen in popularity during the last decade, and it is considered highly successful when performed on qualified patients. Los Angeles County residents who…
In the United States, gallbladder disease is fairly common but it is not always discussed. High Desert patients should understand the signs and symptoms of a gallbladder problem, so that they know when to contact a medical professional if needed. People in Apple Valley who are having issues with their gallbladder may find that they…