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Surgery for gallbladder, Bile Duct cancers and choledochal cyst

Gallbladder and bile duct cancers are serious conditions that require early and precise surgical intervention for the best outcomes. Similarly, choledochal cysts—congenital dilations of the bile duct—can cause recurrent infections, jaundice, or increase the risk of cancer if left untreated. Timely surgical management is essential to relieve symptoms and prevent long-term complications.

At SurgicalSol, under the expertise of Dr. Asif Iqbal, we provide advanced surgical treatment for gallbladder and bile duct cancers, as well as choledochal cysts. As an experienced Gastrointestinal and Laparoscopic Surgeon, Dr. Asif focuses on accurate diagnosis, staging, and minimally invasive or open surgery tailored to the patient’s condition.

Common Symptoms

  • Upper abdominal pain and discomfort

  • Yellowing of skin and eyes (jaundice)

  • Nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite

  • Unexplained weight loss and fatigue

  • Recurrent fever or infections in cases of choledochal cyst

Persistent or worsening symptoms require urgent evaluation to plan the right surgical intervention.

Diagnosis and Evaluation

Dr. Asif uses advanced imaging techniques such as ultrasound, CT scan, MRCP, and endoscopic evaluations to assess the extent of cancer or cyst. Blood tests and tumor markers may also be advised to guide surgical planning and determine the safest and most effective approach.

Treatment Options

Treatment depends on the type, size, and location of the disease. Laparoscopic or open surgery is performed to remove the affected gallbladder, bile duct, or cyst while preserving normal bile flow whenever possible. In cancer cases, surgery is often combined with oncology care for comprehensive treatment. Minimally invasive approaches offer faster recovery, minimal scarring, and long-term symptom relief.

Gastric sleeve surgery benefits

Sleeve gastrectomy offers numerous benefits and helps reduce the risk of serious weight-related health issues that can be life threatening and improve the quality of life significantly. These include:

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Sleeve gastrectomy can lead to significant and sustainable weight loss.

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Improves mental health

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Reduced joint pain

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It helps control type 2-diabetes by 60%.

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Reduced medication dependance on such as SADI or gastric bypass if the patient wants to lose more weight.

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It is performed as a standalone procedure, and also it offers the opportunity to do any other weight loss procedure later on such as SADI or gastric bypass if the patient wants to lose more weight.

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It does not increase the risk of kidney stones in patients who are at high risk of developing kidney stones.

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Lowers the risk of high blood pressure, cancer, and heart diseases.

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Reduced risk of obesity related diseases.

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It is a very quick and short procedure, and has a short anesthesia time. It helps the patients who are at high risk for surgery and cannot tolerate high anesthesia time.

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Patients with very high BMI (i.e. 60, 70), are at high risk for anesthesia complications. Sleeve gastrectomy shortens the amount of anesthesia time required and gives these patients the opportunity to lose weight and get out of the danger zone.

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Improves obesity related infertility

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Sleeve gastrectomy improves metabolic health and can result in improved insulin resistance, blood sugar control, and lipid profiles.

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Sleeve gastrectomy is a simple and straightforward surgical procedure without the need for rerouting or reconnecting the intestines.

Benefits of Bypass Surgery

SADI bypass surgery is a revolutionary weight management technique. It is intended to help people with extreme obesity attain long-lasting benefits. Undoubtedly, it is a more advanced variant of the conventional duodenal switch. It is efficient in terms of its numerous benefits. Patients experience these improvements at different intensities. Yet, some prominent advantages include;

Significant weight loss
Improved Type 2 Diabetes control
Reduced risk of acid reflux compared to gastric bypass
Improved satiety and appetite control
Long-term maintenance of weight loss
Better resolution of obesity-related conditions