When to remove the gallbladder drainage tube

The gallbladder drainage tube can be removed about 1-14 days after surgery. The

gallbladder drainage tube is used to drain bile from the gallbladder. Usually, it will be temporarily left after gallbladder surgery to promote bile drainage and wound recovery. If the patient recovers well after surgery and there is no infection, cholestasis, etc., it can be removed about 1 day. However, if the patient has the above conditions, it can be removed about 14 days.

The doctor will determine the timing of extubation according to the patient's clinical manifestations, imaging results and laboratory tests. The patient should actively cooperate with the doctor to improve the relevant examinations.