What Is Bile Duct Surgery?
Bile duct surgery is performed when the duct that carries bile from the liver to the intestine becomes blocked, infected, damaged, or narrowed.
When this happens, patients may experience symptoms such as:
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Yellowing of eyes & skin (jaundice)
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Severe abdominal pain
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Fever & infection (cholangitis)
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Nausea, vomiting, or digestion issues
Bile duct surgery restores normal bile flow, relieves symptoms, prevents complications, and improves digestive function.
At Alfa Gastro & Liver Care Hospital, our expert gastro and hepatobiliary surgeons use modern, minimally invasive techniques to ensure safer procedures, quicker recovery, and better long-term results.
When Is Bile Duct Surgery Needed?
1. Bile Duct Stones (Choledocholithiasis)
Stones may form in the bile duct or migrate from the gallbladder, causing:
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Severe pain
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Jaundice
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Fever or cholangitis
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Blockage of bile flow
If non-surgical procedures such as ERCP fail or the condition becomes complicated, surgical removal of stones becomes necessary.
2. Bile Duct Strictures (Narrowing)
Strictures may occur due to:
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Previous surgeries
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Chronic inflammation
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Infections
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Pancreatitis
Narrowed bile ducts cause bile buildup, pain, jaundice, and liver damage. Surgery helps widen or reconstruct the duct, restoring smooth bile flow.
3. Bile Duct Cancer (Cholangiocarcinoma)
A rare but serious cancer affecting the bile ducts.
Surgery is the main treatment, often involving removal of:
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The cancer-affected part of the bile duct
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Part of the liver
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Nearby lymph nodes (depending on spread)
Early surgical intervention significantly improves outcomes.
4. Bile Duct Injury
Injuries may happen during abdominal or gallbladder surgery (especially during cholecystectomy).
These injuries require immediate corrective surgery to prevent bile leakage, infection, or long-term complications.
Types of Bile Duct Surgery
Bile duct surgery may be performed using:
✔ Minimally Invasive Laparoscopic Surgery
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Small incisions
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Faster recovery
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Minimal scarring
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Shorter hospital stay
Laparoscopy may be used for stone removal, repairing strictures, or reconstructing ducts.
✔ ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
A non-surgical endoscopic procedure used to diagnose and treat:
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Bile duct stones
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Narrowing
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Blockages
Often preferred as the first-line technique.
✔ Open Bile Duct Surgery
Required in complex situations such as:
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Ruptured ducts
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Large stones
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Severe inflammation
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Cancerous tumors
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Failed minimally invasive attempts
Your GI surgeon will evaluate your condition and recommend the safest, most effective approach.
Bile Duct Surgery Cost in Ahmedabad
The cost of bile duct surgery in Ahmedabad varies depending on:
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Type of procedure (ERCP, laparoscopic, open)
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Complexity of the condition
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Surgeon’s expertise
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Diagnostic tests required
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Hospital stay & post-surgery care
Procedures like laparoscopic cholecystectomy (often used for bile duct issues) may also influence the total cost.
For an accurate estimate, it is best to consult experienced surgical gastroenterologists at Alfa Gastro & Liver Care Hospital, who provide transparent and personalized treatment plans.
Why Choose Alfa Gastro & Liver Care Hospital for Bile Duct Surgery?
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Experienced GI & hepatobiliary surgeons
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Advanced laparoscopic and minimally invasive options
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24×7 emergency care for bile duct infections
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Safe, precise, and evidence-based treatment
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Comprehensive pre- and post-operative care
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Ethical, transparent pricing