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Gallbladder anatomy
Gallbladder anatomy


Gallbladder disease

Alternative Names:
Biliary disease; Gallbladder attack; Biliary colic

Treatment:

Treatment depends on the specific type of gallbladder disease.



Expectations (prognosis):

See the specific type of gallbladder disease.



Complications:

See the specific type of gallbladder disease.



Calling your health care provider:

Call your provider if you develop symptoms of gallbladder disease.




Review Date: 5/4/2006
Reviewed By: Jenifer K. Lehrer, MD, Department of Gastroenterology, Frankford-Torresdale Hospital, Jefferson Health System, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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