Pedras na Vesícula: Quando Operar e Como é a Cirurgia?

Gallstones are one of the most frequent causes of abdominal pain and medical attention. Many people discover gallstones during routine checkups and are left with important questions: when is surgery really necessary, what are the risks of keeping the gallbladder diseased, and how is surgery currently performed? In this video, I explain clearly and didactically what the gallbladder is, its function in the body, and why gallstones form in some patients. I also discuss the main complications associated with gallstones, such as gallbladder inflammation, migration of stones to the bile ducts, and the risk of pancreatitis, which is a potentially serious condition. In addition to gallstones, I address another situation that may indicate surgery: gallbladder polyps. I explain what these lesions are, when they become a risk, and why, in certain cases, gallbladder removal is indicated as a way to prevent gallbladder cancer, a rare but aggressive disease. You will understand why there is currently no effective drug treatment to eliminate gallstones and why surgery is the definitive treatment. I also explain how gallbladder surgery is performed today, mainly using a minimally invasive technique (laparoscopy), with small incisions, less postoperative pain, and faster recovery. I also discuss the risks of surgery, which are low when the procedure is performed by experienced teams, and I make an important comparison: in most cases, the risk of maintaining the disease is significantly greater than the risk of operating. 📍 My name is Dr. Bruno Ricciardi, I am a bariatric surgeon and digestive system surgeon in Florianópolis/SC. Here on this channel, I share reliable medical information to help you better understand your condition and make safer decisions about your health. If you have gallstones, polyps, abdominal pain, nausea, or discomfort after meals, this video will help clarify your main questions on the subject. 👉 If you found this content helpful, please like, subscribe to the channel, and share it with anyone who might benefit from this information. 👉 If you experience symptoms or have questions, always seek evaluation from a specialist physician.