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Is single polyp in gall bladder more dangerous compared to multiple polyp in gallbladder? Size is of 4mm
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No surgical intervention for gall bladder polyp of size 4 mm.
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Screening USG on a yearly basis.
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No active intervention required for a polyp of size less then 10 mm
And yes single polyp of size more than 1 cm is an indication to get the gallbladder removed
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A single gallbladder polyp is generally considered more concerning than multiple small polyps, especially if it is sessile (broad-based) rather than pedunculated (stalked). However, in your case, the size of 4 mm is reassuring, as gallbladder polyps smaller than 6 mm have a very low risk of malignancy.
Important points here:
1. Size Matters: Polyps >10 mm have a higher risk of malignancy. Those
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No immediate surgery for a 4 mm polyp. Annual ultrasound is recommended and surgical removal can be done later if the polyp grows.
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Elective cholecystectomy is an option understanding the benefits and risks.
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Dr. Sarathchandra Gorantla
Gastroenterologist
17 yrs exp
Hyderabad
A 4mm single gallbladder polyp generally has an extremely low risk of being cancerous. The risk of malignancy for polyps under 5mm is essentially 0%.
Number: While single polyps can sometimes be more concerning than multiple ones, this mainly applies to larger polyps.
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