Single-Incision Surgery
SILS Cholecystectomy — Virtually Scarless in Bangalore
Overview
Single-Incision Laparoscopic Surgery (SILS) is the most cosmetically advanced approach to gallbladder removal. The entire procedure is performed through a single, hidden incision in the navel — leaving virtually no visible scar.
What Is Single-Incision Surgery?
SILS uses a specialized port placed in the navel (belly button) through which all instruments and the camera are inserted. Because the incision is hidden within the navel, there is no visible scar after healing. This technique requires advanced surgical skill and is performed by our most experienced surgeons.
Benefits
- Single incision hidden in the navel
- No visible scar after healing
- Same recovery time as standard laparoscopy
- Ideal for cosmetically conscious patients
- Less post-operative pain than open surgery
- Same-day or next-day discharge
- Excellent for young, active patients
The Procedure
- Pre-operative assessment
- General anesthesia administered
- Single incision made inside the navel
- Specialized multi-port trocar inserted
- Camera and instruments introduced
- Gallbladder carefully dissected and removed
- Incision closed — hidden within navel
- Recovery room monitoring
Recovery Timeline
Who Is a Good Candidate?
- Patients concerned about scarring
- Young, active patients
- Patients with BMI <35
- Uncomplicated gallstone disease
- Those without previous abdominal surgeries
Risks & Considerations
All surgical procedures carry some risk. We discuss these openly with every patient:
- Slightly longer operative time
- Higher technical difficulty (requires expert surgeon)
- May need conversion to standard laparoscopy
- Similar risks to standard laparoscopy
Frequently Asked Questions
Will there really be no scar?
The incision is placed inside the navel, which naturally hides the scar. After healing (3–6 months), most patients cannot see any scar at all.
Is SILS suitable for everyone?
SILS is best for patients with uncomplicated gallstone disease and normal BMI. Complex cases or obese patients may be better suited for standard laparoscopic or robotic surgery.