- Female
- 50 Years
- 14/08/2025
I have several 57mm stones in my gallbladder can they be removed without surgery or is that my only option
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While gallbladder surgery (cholecystectomy) is often the preferred treatment for symptomatic gallstones, including those as large as 57mm, there are some non-surgical options available. These include medications to dissolve stones, and in rare cases, shock wave lithotripsy. However, the effectiveness and suitability of these alternatives vary, and surgery may still be necessary, especially for larger or symptomatic stones
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