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Is Operation Required If Calculi Measured Is 4-6 In Size?

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Posted on Wed, 8 Nov 2017
Question: Hi GB is well distended and shows 3-4 XXXXXXX calculi measured 4-6 my in sizes no mass or growth within it. Pancreas and spleen normal in size uterus XXXXXXX . Please suggest is operation required..
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Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Depends on whether you have acute pain relating to gall bladder

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

I have gone carefully through your query and understand your concerns. Unless the GB calculi are associated with pain surgery is not essential. However, if the stones (calculi) are of size less than that of the common bile duct (CBD), there is a risk of stone impaction of the CBD which will lead to an obstructive jaundice, severe pain and an emergency condition mandating surgery. Some doctors might therefore advise prophylactic surgery.

Let me know if I could help further.

Regards
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Is Operation Required If Calculi Measured Is 4-6 In Size?

Brief Answer: Depends on whether you have acute pain relating to gall bladder Detailed Answer: Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic. I have gone carefully through your query and understand your concerns. Unless the GB calculi are associated with pain surgery is not essential. However, if the stones (calculi) are of size less than that of the common bile duct (CBD), there is a risk of stone impaction of the CBD which will lead to an obstructive jaundice, severe pain and an emergency condition mandating surgery. Some doctors might therefore advise prophylactic surgery. Let me know if I could help further. Regards