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Should 5mm gallbladder polyps be operated on?

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Hello doctor, I have 5mm gallbladder polyp, should I have surgery? Thank you doctor!
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Hello! Gallbladder polyp is a papilloma in the lining of the gallbladder. According to current international standards, polyps smaller than 10mm can be periodically monitored every 3-6 months at a specialized medical facility (with biliary ultrasound), because research shows polyps of this size. low risk of degeneration and malignancy.
Polyps larger than 10 mm, or polyps with gallbladder stones, gallbladder myopathy are indicated for laparoscopic cholecystectomy due to the high risk of complications, especially the risk of cancer. You can go to the hospitals of Vinmec Health System for more specific advice and examination by specialist doctors. Thank you for submitting the question “Should a 5mm gallbladder polyp be operated on?” to Vinmec. Best regards!
Answered by Master, Doctor Nguyen Ngoc Thang - Gastroenterologist - General Surgery Department - Vinmec Danang International General Hospital.

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