Treatment Methods for Gallstones
Disease description:
My abdomen has been experiencing pain symptoms; after an examination, the doctor diagnosed it as gallstones.治疗方法 here refers to "treatment methods," so the complete translation would be: My abdomen has been experiencing pain symptoms; after an examination, the doctor diagnosed it as gallstones. Treatment methods for gallstones.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
The treatment for gallstones is determined based on the type and size of the stones, as well as the patient's symptoms. Main treatment options include:
1. Observation and conservative management: Suitable for patients with no symptoms or only mild symptoms, managed through dietary adjustments, increased intake of dietary fiber, and reduced consumption of high-fat and high-cholesterol foods.
2. Medication therapy: Used to dissolve cholesterol stones, commonly using drugs such as ursodeoxycholic acid. Long-term use is required, and there are certain limitations regarding stone dissolution rates.
3. Surgical treatment:
Cholecystectomy: The most commonly used method, involving the removal of the entire gallbladder through several small incisions using a laparoscope and surgical instruments.
Endoscopic stone removal: Targeted at bile duct stones, this procedure involves removing stones through an endoscope by locating the opening of the bile duct and using specialized tools.
Biliary dilation: Used for gallstones caused by bile duct narrowing or obstruction, this procedure involves dilating the narrowed bile duct to facilitate stone expulsion.
4. Lifestyle modifications: Reduce intake of high-fat and high-cholesterol foods, increase dietary fiber consumption, and avoid prolonged fasting or overeating, maintaining regular eating habits.
If symptoms arise, prompt medical attention is advised.
