This short video explores usual recovery times following laparoscopic or open gallbladder surgery to give a prospective patient some idea to plan ahead. Around 95% of the procedures are performed through the keyhole route but in a small minority, the open operation is used. This video draws a distinction between the two. In addition, there is a list of symptoms at the end that the patient or carers ought to be aware of, to call the doctor if the patient is not improving.
00:00 Introduction
00:10 Laparoscopic versus open operation
00:47 Hospital stay
00:57 Return to work
01:19 When can I drive
01:47 Diet after the operation
02:03 Sexual activity
02:19 Dangerous symptoms after op
