Spontaneous Disappearance Of Gallstones
Medical Journal of Australia 2(27): Dec 30 1972; 1498-1499
View Original Source →Abstract
A review is made of the possibility of the spontaneous disappearance of gallstones. Some explanations for this phenomenon are examined. In most cases it is probable that a gross residual pathological state persists and that cholecystectomy will still be required despite the disappearance of the stones.
Case Details
Clinical Characteristics
Spontaneous disappearance of gallstones
Remission Characteristics
Disappearance of the stones
Treatment & Mechanisms
Proposed Remission Mechanisms
Not discussed
Clinical Treatment
Cholecystectomy
Additional Notes
A review is made of the possibility of the spontaneous disappearance of gallstones. Some explanations for this phenomenon are examined. In most cases it is probable that a gross residual pathological state persists and that cholecystectomy will still be required despite the disappearance of the stones.