Treatment for Gallstones
Gallstones are formed when liquid bile contains too much cholesterol or bilirubin and these substances harden in the gallbladder. These stones vary in size from small stones to one large stone, or a variety of both, and create intense pain for sufferers.
Current treatments have advanced with the introduction of SpyGlass™ Direct Visualization System to allow physicians to better view the inside of a patient's bilary system, where bile is released to aid in the digestion of food. Having a clearer visual leads to a faster and more precise diagnosis as well as allowing the system to use sound waves to break up and easily remove gallstones.
This procedure is considerably less invasive than traditional treatments and can avoid undergoing more procedures or unnecessary surgeries. It can also aid physicians in differentiating between certain benign and malignant conditions.
A gastroenterologist can further explain the procedure and related issues.
