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Gallbladder / gallstone removal (cholecystectomy) at Spire Gatwick Park Hospital
Inclusive treatment and care from £4,455
At Spire Gatwick Park Hospital, our consultants offer some of the latest techniques for gallbladder removal. Gallbladder removal is one of the most common operations performed in the UK. It relieves pain, nausea and inflammation associated with gallstones, and prevents new ones from forming.
Sometimes also called
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
- Open cholecystectomy
At a glance
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Typical hospital stay
Same day or one night for keyhole surgery -
Procedure duration
1-2 hours -
Type of anaesthetic
Usually general -
Available to self-pay?
Yes -
Covered by health insurance?
Yes
Why Spire?
- Fast access to treatment when you need it
- Clear pricing with no hidden charges
- Consultants who are experts in their field
Gallbladder removal: what to expect at Spire Gatwick Park
Spire Gatwick Park is a well-established provider of private hospital treatments to patients in Surrey and Sussex.
If you need your gallbladder removed to relieve complications due to gallstones, our consultants can provide you with a personalised treatment and recovery plan. You can expect to receive high-quality care in a clean, comfortable environment.
We offer fast access to diagnostic tests and scans, consultations and treatments.
How much does Gallbladder / gallstone removal (cholecystectomy) cost at Spire Gatwick Park Hospital
A gallbladder removal procedure is available from £4,455.
It's a common operation to have done privately, and our inclusive prices and access to payment plans make it easy and more affordable, even if you don’t have medical insurance.
You can trust Spire Gatwick Park Hospital to provide you with a single, fixed price1 so there are no surprises. Finance options are available through our chosen partner2.
1Important: Please read Spire Healthcare's terms and conditions for full details of what’s included and excluded in your fixed price* when paying for yourself. 2 Spire Healthcare Limited is acting as a credit broker to Zebra Health Finance Limited. Company No. 09406708. Registered at 1 Worsley Court, High Street, Worsley, Manchester, M28 3NJ. www.zebrahealthfinance.com Zebra Health Finance Limited is a appointed representative of Chrysalis Finance Limited and Shawbrook Bank Limited is the lender. Spire Healthcare Ltd does not receive payment for arranging credit. All parties named here are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Credit acceptance is subject to application and status. Terms and conditions apply.
Procedures offered for gallbladder removal at Spire Gatwick Park
Keyhole surgery is most often performed for gallbladder removal because it means smaller incisions (cuts) and a shorter recovery period than with open surgery. Keyhole procedures that we offer include:
- Standard keyhole removal (laparoscopic cholecystectomy) – small incisions are made and small instruments are used
- Single incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy (SILC) – only one incision is made near your naval (tummy button) and special instruments are used, resulting in minimal, discrete scarring and usually a short recovery time
These procedures may not be suitable for everyone and sometimes open surgery may be required - such as if you've had previous surgery to your abdomen. Occasionally, during a keyhole procedure, your consultant may not be able to access or remove your gallbladder and so may need to convert to an open surgery to complete the removal. Your consultant will explain this to you beforehand and answer any questions you might have.
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Preparing for gallbladder removal at Spire Gatwick Park
Coming into hospital
We're just a few miles from Gatwick Airport, the M25 and M23 motorways, central London and Victoria station are a 30 minute train ride away. We have free on-site parking for you and your visitors.
Meeting your consultant
Your appointments will take place in one of our 12 private consultation rooms. When you meet your consultant, they’ll discuss your symptoms and any previous diagnosis you may have had. If you haven’t already been diagnosed, they may recommend additional tests and scans to help them decide the best treatment for you.
Your consultant will explain:
- How the procedure works
- What anaesthetic you’ll need
- The potential benefits and risks of gallbladder removal
- Your pre-operative assessment
Gallbladder removal: your procedure
Once you arrive at the hospital, you’ll meet the staff who’ll be looking after you.
The procedure
You’ll be given a general anaesthetic so you’ll be asleep during the operation. Keyhole gallbladder removal usually takes from one to two hours. Open surgery may take slightly longer.
When your consultant has finished, you’ll be taken to a cubicle or a private room where you can recover and relax for about six hours. Your consultant or nursing team will advise you when you can go home.
Staying overnight
If you need to stay overnight, you’ll have your own en-suite room. All of our rooms have:
- TV
- Armchair and footstool
- Bedside table
- Wardrobe
- Air-conditioning
- En-suite bathroom with walk in shower
- Lock safe
If you have open surgery, you’ll stay in hospital for three to five nights.
Gallbladder removal: your recovery
You’ll likely feel some pain after the anaesthetic has worn off. Our nursing team will be able to give you medication to help you manage any pain. They’ll also be able to advise you about over-the-counter painkillers you can take after you leave hospital.
Although everyone’s different and you should always follow your consultant’s advice, here’s a typical recovery timeline:
Treatment and recovery timeline
0-1 days
Leave hospital after keyhole surgery
3-5 days
Leave hospital after open surgery
10-14 days
Back to work, light activities and driving after keyhole surgery
4-8 weeks
Back to work, light activities and driving after open surgery
The treatment described on this page may be adapted to meet your individual needs, so it's important to follow your healthcare professional's advice and raise any questions that you may have with them.