- female
- 38 Years
- 14/08/2025
My sister is 38 with Down syndrome and has a 4.8mm gallstone her gallbladder is partially contracted. Does she definitely need surgery or are there other options we can consider?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Depends on her symptoms and clinical findings among other issues. See a laparoscopic/general surgeon and discuss in details
Dr. Kamran Suggests...
Consult a General Surgeon
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