Treatment of Gallstones in Israel

Professor Zamir Galperin

leading gastroenterologist

For people suffering from cholelithiasis, the doctors at Top Ihilov Clinic are capable of providing highly qualified and, most importantly, truly effective medical assistance. The vast practical experience and the application of modern therapeutic methods allow Israeli specialists to successfully combat gallstones at any stage of progression, and in the overwhelming majority of cases, they manage to avoid performing open traumatic surgeries.

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30%

of diagnoses made in CIS countries are disproven at Ihilov Clinic

1832

successful surgeries performed at Ihilov Clinic

88%

of patients after gallstone treatment returned to their normal lives

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Table of contents

Treatment methods

Diagnosis

Prices

Top Ihilov also uses innovative technologies for non-surgical fragmentation of stones using shock wave therapy and special medicinal solutions. At the early stages of the disease, this is the most optimal solution to the problem, yielding good results in a short time, without pain or any other complications. Gallstones are primarily removed here using minimally invasive laparoscopic methods, allowing patients to tolerate the procedures well and recover very quickly.

How gallstones are treated at Top Ihilov Clinic

Treatment methods are tailored individually for each patient, based on the specifics of the clinical picture of the disease and their overall health status. The use of a personalized approach allows the doctors at Top Ihilov to quickly alleviate painful symptoms, completely remove all stones, and prevent their formation in the future.

• Medication therapy. Pain relief for gallbladder colics, which often occur due to obstruction of the bile ducts, is aided by analgesics and antispasmodics. In some cases, novocaine blocks of the round ligament of the liver are prescribed to eliminate the pain syndrome. Symptomatic treatment of the pathology may also include the use of antibiotics (in case of inflammatory processes) and bile acid-based medications that help reduce the size of stones, thereby facilitating their natural elimination from the body.
• Diet therapy. Proper nutrition helps patients not only avoid painful attacks but also slow the progression of the disease. First and foremost, a diet for gallstone disease implies the exclusion of fatty foods from the diet – their consumption can lead to excessive cholesterol secretion into the bile and, consequently, an increase in stone size. It is also recommended to avoid confectionery, alcohol, carbonated drinks, smoked foods, pickles, and spicy products. Adhering to the diet will significantly alleviate the symptoms of the disease and prevent complications.
• Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy. Small stones, up to 1 cm in diameter, are removed by Israeli specialists using a non-invasive method, through remote impact on the gallbladder with shock waves. As a result, they are fragmented into small pieces, which are then expelled from the organ naturally (to facilitate this process, the intake of ursodeoxycholic acid medications may also be prescribed).
• Percutaneous transhepatic cholelitholysis. An innovative minimally invasive method for treating gallstone disease, involving the dissolution of stones using special medications. These are introduced directly into the gallbladder via a catheter and help eliminate about 90% of stones within a few weeks (provided their size does not exceed 2 cm). One of the main advantages of this procedure is that it is effective for both cholesterol and other types of stones.
• Surgical treatment. Removal of gallstones in Israel is primarily performed using laparoscopic methods, through just a few small punctures in the abdomen. The main advantages of this approach are minimal damage to healthy tissues, a less painful postoperative period, and rapid recovery. Depending on the size and location of the stones, the doctors at Top Ihilov practice various surgical treatment methods for gallstone disease. The most radical and effective of these is the removal of the gallbladder (cholecystectomy). In cases requiring special precision in manipulation, Israeli specialists perform surgical interventions using the da Vinci robotic-assisted system.

Diagnosis of gallstone disease in Israel

At the Top Ihilov Medical Center, a complete examination can be completed in just 3-4 days. Patients from abroad can also take advantage of the “Second Opinion” service in advance. For this, it is enough to send the hospital representative the results of all previously conducted diagnostic procedures, after which one of the leading Israeli specialists will analyze them. The doctor will then conduct a video consultation via Skype, during which they will present their conclusions and discuss possible treatment options. If the patient requires further diagnostic clarification in Israel, the first in-person consultation with the doctor will be free.

Cost of gallstone treatment in Israel

Advantages of treatment at Top Ihilov

• State-of-the-art medical equipment for diagnostics and treatment procedures.
• Highly qualified doctors with many years of clinical experience.
• 100% accurate diagnosis established in just three to four days.
• Use of the most progressive, minimally traumatic therapeutic methods.
• Affordable prices and no advance payments.
• Comfortable accommodation and support from a personal case manager.

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