Gall Bladder (Biliary) Stone Treatment

A gallstone, also known as a gall bladder/biliary stone, is a hard, pebble-like deposit that forms in the gallbladder. The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ that sits below the liver. It stores bile, a fluid that helps to digest fats.

There are two types of gallstones: cholesterol stones and pigment stones. Cholesterol stones are the most common type of gallstone. They form when there is too much cholesterol in the bile. Pigment stones form when there is too much bilirubin, a substance that is produced when red blood cells break down. Most people with gallstones do not have any symptoms. However, some people may experience pain in the upper right abdomen, nausea, vomiting, and bloating. If a gallstone blocks the bile duct, it can cause a more severe pain called biliary colic. Biliary colic is often sudden and severe, and it can last for several hours.

Gallstones can be treated in a number of ways. If the stones are small and do not cause any symptoms, they may be able to pass on their own. However, if the stones are larger or cause symptoms, they may need to be removed. There are several ways to remove gallstones, including:

• Surgery:   Surgery is the most common way to remove gallstones. There are two main types of surgery for gallstones: laparoscopic cholecystectomy and open cholecystectomy. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a minimally invasive surgery that is performed through small incisions in the abdomen. Open cholecystectomy is a traditional surgery that is performed through a larger incision in the abdomen.
• ERCP:  ERCP is a procedure that is used to remove gallstones from the bile duct. ERCP is performed by inserting a thin, flexible tube through the mouth and into the bile duct. The tube has a camera on the end, which allows the doctor to see the bile duct. The doctor can then use the tube to remove the gallstones.
•  Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL):  ESWL is a procedure that uses shock waves to break up gallstones. The shock waves are delivered through a machine that is placed outside of the body. The broken-up gallstones can then pass out of the body in the bile.

The best way to treat gallstones depends on the individual's situation. Consult Doctor Satish Reddy in Hyderabad and get the best gallbladder stone treatment in Hyderabad.