Discover the little-known impacts of gallbladder removal on digestive health and potential diseases that may result.
Is it necessary to systematically remove the gallbladder in case of calculations?
The presence of gallstones does not systematically lead to immediate surgery. Some stones are symptom-free and cause no disorder. In these situations, simple medical supervision is sufficient.
However, when severe pain, inflammation (cholecystitis) or complications such as obstruction of the bile canal occur, ablation often becomes inevitable. This procedure, known as cholecystectomy, is performed by celioscopy and helps prevent more serious complications.
What are the body’s reactions after the gallbladder is removed?
After the procedure, the body continues to produce bile from the liver, but its discharge becomes constant, which can lead to various adverse effects:
Difficulties in digesting fat
In the absence of a storage tank, the bile is released continuously, which can complicate the assimilation of fats. Some rich foods become more difficult to digest, sometimes leading to diarrhea or bloating.
Digestive disorders and biliary reflux
The lack of regulation of bile can promote its reflux to the stomach, causing burns and pains similar to those of acid reflux.
Imbalance of the intestinal microbiota
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