Gallbladder

The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ located beneath the liver that plays a crucial role in the digestive process.

Its main function is to store and concentrate bile, a substance produced by the liver that helps break down fats in the small intestine.

The gallbladder releases this bile into the duodenum when fatty foods are ingested, aiding in their digestion and absorption.

Despite its significance, the gallbladder is not an essential organ, and individuals can live without it.

However, complications may arise without proper functioning of this organ, leading to conditions like gallstones or inflammation known as cholecystitis.

These issues often manifest as intense pain in the upper abdomen and require medical intervention such as surgical removal of the gallbladder through a procedure called cholecystectomy.

While some individuals may experience digestive changes after its removal, overall quality of life remains unaffected for most people with appropriate dietary modifications post-surgery.