Should gallbladder polyps be surgically removed when the size is increasing?

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Hello doctor! I found out that I have a gallbladder polyp at the end of 2017. After nearly 3 years, the polyp size increased from 8mm to 14mm. However, there was no pain or inflammation. Should I have gallbladder polyp removal surgery? Thank you.
Bui Ngoc Dung (1993)
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Hello! If the measurement is accurate then the rate of increase in size of my gallbladder polyp is fast.
You should have further examination and consultation with a Gastroenterologist or Hepatobiliary Surgery to consider surgical removal of gallbladder polyps.
You can perform an examination at a hospital of Vinmec Health System so that the doctor can check for appropriate indications. I wish you good health.

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Answered by Master, Doctor Vu Huy Binh - Digestive Endoscopy Doctor - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital