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Roberto Carlos to Undergo Planned Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal

His team says the minimally invasive operation should allow a quick recovery that will not disrupt his August 15 concert.

Overview

  • His assessoria announced the pre-scheduled procedure on Wednesday and described it as non-urgent, signed by Mauricio Aires and Rogério Alves.
  • The surgery will be done by videolaparoscopy, a minimally invasive method that uses small abdominal incisions and a camera to remove the gallbladder.
  • Doctors cited in coverage say most patients recover rapidly and can go home the same day or the next day, which underpins the expectation that shows will proceed as planned.
  • Specialists warn that at 85 years old the singer needs careful preoperative evaluation for conditions such as hypertension, diabetes or heart and lung issues to reduce anesthetic and postoperative risks.
  • Gallbladder removal is a common treatment for stones and inflammation and usually does not affect long-term digestion because the liver continues to supply bile directly to the intestine.