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Public Service, General Surgery, Bariatric (Weight Loss) Surgery
Liver and Biliary System Disorders
General surgery covers disorders of the liver and biliary system. The most common of these is pain caused by gallstones. These are formed if the gallbladder is not working properly, and the standard treatment is to remove the gallbladder (cholecystectomy). This procedure is usually performed using a laparoscopic (keyhole) approach.