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When Gallbladder polyp need attention
My scan report states "GB distended, no evidence of calculi, hyperechoic foci noted in GB wall, measures 6.1 mm, likely polyp"
What it is? Should it be concerned?
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Gall bladder removal if you have symptoms (pain upper abdomen, gas formation, indigestion) related to it.. sessile polyps should be removed(ask your radiologist).. otherwise removed if size more than 1 cm.. regular follow up ultrasound for polyp every 6 monthly
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Polyp in GB 1 CM OR 1 MORE SHOULD GO FOR CHOLECYSTECTOMY
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Dr. Gaurav Khatana
Gastroenterologist
4 yrs exp
Delhi
< 1cm, asymptomatic polyp can be observed 4-6 monthly basis with USG abdomen.
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Dr. G Rithesh Reddy
Gastroenterology-Hepatologist
7 yrs exp
Kurnool
As your polyp less than 1 cm
Get usg abdomen every 6 months to see progression
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if any pain abdomen may need to get your gall bladder removed
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no cholecystectomy for now
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