What is gallbladder polypoid lesion?
Disease description:
Recently, an ultrasound showed a 1 cm gallbladder polyp. There are no other physical discomforts, but blood lipid levels are high. The patient's older sister also has elevated blood lipids. What is a gallbladder polypoid lesion?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Polypoid lesions of the gallbladder refer to protrusions occurring on the gallbladder mucosa. These lesions are classified into adenomatous and non-adenomatous types. The development and progression of gallbladder polypoid lesions are associated with multiple factors, such as cholesterol deposition, bile stasis, and genetic factors. The primary cause is mucosal hyperplasia and thickening induced by cholecystitis, leading to polypoid protrusions on the gallbladder wall. Patients with gallbladder polypoid lesions should promptly seek medical attention at a hospital to avoid delaying treatment.
