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Frequently Asked Questions GO-SCOPE

What is GO‐SCOPE?
GO‐SCOPE is a minimally invasive, image-guided procedure for gallstone removal that preserves the gallbladder. By using percutaneous cholangioscopy and advanced lithotripsy techniques, GO‐SCOPE effectively eliminates gallstones without the need for traditional surgery.

Access: A small percutaneous (through the skin) entry is created to access the gallbladder.

Visualization: Advanced imaging and cholangioscopic tools are used to locate and visualize gallstones.

Stone Removal: Lithotripsy methods—such as dual-energy or electrohydraulic—fragment the stones, which are then removed via a large-bore sheath.

Post-Procedure: A temporary cholecystostomy tube may be used to ensure decompression and tract maturation, with many patients discharged within 24 hours.

Elective Patients: Individuals who are candidates for cholecystectomy but prefer to preserve their gallbladder.

High-Risk Patients: Those with calculous cholecystitis who are poor surgical candidates due to underlying health issues.

Patients Seeking Faster Recovery: Individuals looking for a minimally invasive alternative with shorter hospital stays and rapid symptom relief.

Gallbladder Preservation: Maintains the natural function of your gallbladder.

Minimally Invasive: Reduces surgical risks and trauma.

High Success Rate: Clinical studies report a 100% technical success rate in single-session procedures.

Short Recovery Time: Most patients experience significant improvement and can return home within 24 hours.

Are there any procedure risks?
Although all procedures carry some risk, GO-SCOPE has a strong safety profile with rare, mild, and manageable complications reported.
Yes, follow-up visits ensure proper healing, confirm gallstone removal, and monitor gallbladder function after the procedure for optimal results.
Gallstones rarely return after GO-SCOPE, especially when patients maintain a healthy diet and follow recommended post-procedure lifestyle guidance.
Yes, the procedure is performed under conscious sedation or light anesthesia to ensure comfort, safety, and a smooth overall experience.
What are main benefits?
GO-SCOPE preserves the gallbladder, reduces trauma, accelerates recovery, provides high success rates, and is safer than traditional surgery.
Most patients experience minimal discomfort, rarely requiring strong pain medication, thanks to the procedure’s minimally invasive and precise technique.
Recovery typically takes 24–48 hours, with most patients returning to normal activities quickly and experiencing minimal downtime.

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