Gallstones (cholelithiasis) Manegement and Treatment

What are Gallstones Gallstones (cholelithiasis) are solid deposits that form in the gallbladder, a small organ beneath the liver that stores bile. Bile helps digest fats, and gallstones form when there is an imbalance in the substances that make up bile. This can include excess cholesterol, bile salts, or bilirubin. {tocify} $title={Table of Contents} Causes of Gallstones Excess Cholesterol : When the liver secretes more cholesterol than bile can dissolve, it crystallizes into stones. High Bilirubin Levels : This occurs in conditions like liver disease or hemolytic anemia. Poor Gallbladder Emptying : If bile remains in the gallbladder too long, stones can form. Types of Gallstones Cholesterol Gallstones : Made primarily of cholesterol, they are yellowish and the most common type. Pigment Gallstones : Made of bilirubin and calcium salts, they are dark brown or black. Mixed Gallstones : Contain a combination of cholesterol, bilirubin, and calcium. Substances Contributing to Gallstones Cholesterol : Found …