indications
Last reviewed 01/2018
Indications for cholecystectomy include:
- recurrent attacks of biliary pain - otherwise it is hard to tell if the gallstones are causing the symptoms
- long-term indigestion
- complications such as acute cholecystitis, empyema or perforation
There are no indications for removal of asymptomatic stones, except perhaps in diabetics, or, if there is a reasonable likelihood of future complications or symptoms.