Found a 15mm gallstone on ultrasound and my GP recommended surgery what exactly does this procedure involve and are there other options I should consider before going under the knife

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) is the common surgery for this. It‚Äôs minimally invasive and safe. If asymptomatic or mild, you may try dietary changes or medications, but surgery is usually advised for symptomatic stones.

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