- male
- 50 Years
- 14/08/2025
My dad is 50 and has a 16mm gallstone. Can it be treated without surgery or does he need an operation?
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A 16mm gallstone may require surgery, especially if it's causing symptoms or complications. However, nonsurgical options are sometimes available, depending on the individual's health and the specific situation. Surgery, like laparoscopic cholecystectomy, is often the preferred treatment for gallstones, but non-surgical methods like medications or shock wave lithotripsy may be considered in certain cases
Dr. Kamran Suggests...
Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist
Answered 14/08/2025
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