How to treat gallstones in a 95-year-old elderly person
May 17, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Jin Zhongkui
Introduction
A 95-year-old elderly patient with gallstones can be treated through medication, treatment under cholangioscopy, or surgery. If the gallstones are small and asymptomatic or only mildly symptomatic, drug therapy may be adopted. For example, medications such as ursodeoxycholic acid capsules or anti-inflammatory and cholagogue tablets can be taken to help promote bile flow and reduce the formation and hardening of stones.
Gallstones in a 95-year-old elderly patient can be treated through medication, endoscopic treatment under cholangioscopy, or surgery. A detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Medication
If gallstones are small and either asymptomatic or only mildly symptomatic, medication may be used. For example, ursodeoxycholic acid capsules or anti-inflammatory and cholagogue tablets can be taken to help promote bile flow and reduce stone formation and hardening.
2. Endoscopic treatment under cholangioscopy
For larger gallstones, treatment under cholangioscopy may be performed. During the procedure, a cholangioscope is inserted into the body to crush or remove the stones, thereby achieving therapeutic effects.
3. Surgical treatment
If the stones are large and have caused severe complications, surgical intervention may be necessary. Surgery may involve removing the stones or performing a cholecystectomy to restore normal bile flow.
In addition to the above methods, improvements can also be achieved through dietary management. Regardless of the chosen treatment method, close attention should be paid to the patient's physical condition and individual needs during treatment. The patient should also get adequate rest and avoid excessive fatigue in daily life.
