Gallbladder Dyskinesia: When to Operate?
Journal Title: Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research - Year 2016, Vol 13, Issue 1
Abstract
Gall bladder dyskinesia is a clinical condition, refers to presence of biliary pain in absence of gallstones. Current evaluation and management of this condition is controversial. This article explores the current evidence available in the evaluation and treatment of such patients with emphasis on selection of patients who would benefit from cholecystectomy.
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Amir Hussain
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