Gallbladder Surgery in Austin & Cedar Park

Gallbladder removal, also called a cholecystectomy, is the surgical removal of the gallbladder.

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What this is

Gallbladder removal, also called a cholecystectomy, is the surgical removal of the gallbladder. It is most commonly performed to treat gallstones or inflammation of the gallbladder (cholecystitis).

Gallstones can block normal bile flow and cause pain, infection, nausea, or digestive symptoms. Removing the gallbladder relieves symptoms and prevents future complications.

Common Symptoms

Common symptoms include:

Pain in the upper right abdomen
Pain after eating, especially fatty meals
Nausea or vomiting
Bloating or indigestion
Fever (in cases of infection)

When surgery may be recommended

Cholecystectomy may be recommended when:

Gallstones cause repeated pain or digestive symptoms
Gallbladder inflammation (cholecystitis) is present
Gallstones block bile ducts
Infection develops
Complications such as pancreatitis occur

Surgery may be urgent if infection or obstruction is suspected.

Treatment options

Minimally Invasive (Laparoscopic/Robotic Cholecystectomy)

3–4 small incisions
Camera-guided surgery
Removal of the gallbladder
Less pain and faster recovery

Open Cholecystectomy

Single larger incision
Used if minimally invasive surgery is not appropriate
Reserved for complex or inflamed cases

Why choose Nuself

At Nuself, our surgeons are fellowship-trained in minimally invasive surgery, offering advanced techniques that prioritize smaller incisions, less pain, and faster recovery. We provide personalized, patient-centered care with a focus on safety, efficiency, and excellent surgical outcomes.