Overview
Cholecystectomy is a surgical procedure in which the gallbladder is removed. It is usually performed for gallstones, to correct abnormal biliary anatomy or to treat conditions such as cholecystitis (inflammation of the gallbladder), pancreatitis and choledocholithiasis (the presence of gallstones in the common bile duct). The procedure is a common and safe operation, and provides long-term relief from symptoms associated with gallbladder disease. In addition, prevention of further complications or recurrence of symptoms is also improved. Cholecystectomy is generally safe, but, as with any surgery, there are risks and complications associated with the procedure.
Research published in this journal
3 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.
How this research is being cited
The 3 articles above have been cited 17 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.
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2026 · Infection
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2025 · PLOS One
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2025 · Frontiers in Microbiology
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2025 · Open Forum Infectious Diseases
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2025 · Frontiers in Microbiology
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2025 · Open Forum Infectious Diseases
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2025 · PLoS ONE
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Aliyah N. Bennett et al. · 2025 · Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology
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