What is another word for cholecystectomy?
Pronunciation: [kˌə͡ʊlsɪstˈɛktəmɪ] (IPA) 
Cholecystectomy is a medical term for the surgical removal of the gallbladder. There are several synonyms for cholecystectomy, including gallbladder removal surgery, gallbladder excision, and cholecystostomy. Another term for this procedure is laparoscopic cholecystectomy, which involves the use of small incisions and a laparoscope to remove the gallbladder. In addition, open cholecystectomy refers to the traditional method of removing the gallbladder through a larger incision. Regardless of the synonym, cholecystectomy is typically performed to treat conditions such as gallstones, inflammation, or cancer of the gallbladder.
