Another nonsurgical treatment for which gallstones must meet certain criteria is extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy ECSWL. Although it is most commonly used to treat kidney stones , it can also be used on gallstones.
The goal of the treatment is to break up, or fragment, gallstones by sending shock waves through the soft tissue of the body. This method is only effective on solitary gallstones that are less than 2 centimeters in diameter, so fewer than 15 percent of patients are eligible for ECSWL.
Even when stones are fragmented, a diseased gallbladder may not expel the fragment. According to research published in the October-December issue of the Journal of Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons , for this form of treatment, children may be the best candidates.
This nonsurgical treatment option involves injecting a solvent known as methyl tertiary-butyl ether MTBE into the gallbladder to dissolve the gallstones. According to research published in June in the journal Case Reports in Surgery , MTBE rapidly dissolves gallstones — but there can be some serious side effects, such as severe burning pain.
Endoscopic drainage mimics the healthy route of bile from the gallbladder to the small intestine. An endoscopic transpapillary treatment involves accessing the cystic duct with a camera through the mouth and down the throat. Then a wire is placed through the duct into the gallbladder. It is coiled to imitate the trajectory of the bile out of the small intestine, which is the same process as that of a healthy gallbladder.
Kumta says that this form of treatment allows the gallbladder to resume normal bile disposal. Percutaneous cholecystostomy PC is typically saved for seriously ill patients who cannot tolerate surgery right away. The procedure involves using a needle to withdraw fluid from the gallbladder and then inserting a catheter through the skin to drain the fluid. The catheter is left in place for a number of weeks, after which gallbladder removal surgery is performed to prevent recurrence.
An expandable metal stent is then placed to allow the gallbladder to drain into the small intestine. Globe artichokes can be cooked and prepared in various ways. But the research is based on artichoke extract supplements, which are probably more potent than the vegetables.
It is essential to speak with a doctor before taking artichoke extract because it may cause a gallbladder attack if a bile duct is obstructed. Psyllium is a soluble fiber derived from the seeds of the Plantago ovata plant.
Research has shown it to benefit the heart, pancreas, and other areas of the body. A very old study found that psyllium husks protected hamsters from the formation of cholesterol gallstones. A more recent study , from , supports these findings. Castor oil packs are a popular remedy among naturopaths and natural living enthusiasts for a wide variety of complaints. To apply a castor oil pack, soak a cloth in warm castor oil and place on the abdomen. Cover with a towel. Some people choose to place a heat source, such as a hot water bottle or heating pad, on top.
Leave the pack on the abdomen for up to an hour. Acupuncture may relieve gallstone symptoms, although the research is very limited. In one study on 60 people with cholecystitis gallbladder inflammation , acupuncture was found to alleviate back pain , stomachache, and nausea, while also regulating the volume of the gallbladder.
It should be noted that this research does not look specifically at gallstones, and it may only relieve symptoms, rather than helping people to pass the stones. Some yoga poses are said to cure gallstones, although no studies support this claim. The following poses are believed by some to be beneficial for people with gallstones:.
If natural remedies do not treat gallstones effectively, then a person might want to consider medications or surgery. Smaller gallstones may be treated with bile acids such as ursodeoxycholic acid and chenodeoxycholic acid.
Gallstones are often treated by removing the gallbladder. This ensures that the gallstones cannot re-form. Gallbladder removal surgery or cholecystectomy is one of the most common operations performed on American adults. There are minimal side effects to gallbladder removal. Not all risk factors for gallstone formation can be modified, such as:. Therefore, preventative techniques should involve focusing on the factors that can be modified. The following tips may reduce the risk of gallstones for some people.
Women who eat more fruits and vegetables are less likely to have their gallbladders removed than women who eat very little fresh produce, according to a study. Also, other sources of fiber such as the psyllium husks mentioned earlier may be beneficial for the gallbladder. As obesity increases the risk of gallstones, those who are overweight should aim to achieve and maintain a healthy weight.
However, following a diet that is very low in calories per day can be a risk factor for gallstone formation, according to a study. However, those who ate between and calories a day for 12 weeks lost weight but were much less likely to get gallstones. From that day on, he wondered how to remove gallbladder stones without operation. He tried home remedies and homeopathy medicines but nothing worked.
He sought advice for his condition from Dr. Amarchand S. Even if they do disappear, the chances of recurrence are very high. Nilesh became worried that this short-term solution may not bring him relief in the long run. He asked the doctor for other treatment options available to him. Gallbladder stones can only be taken out by surgically removing the gallbladder altogether.
It is a minimally-invasive surgery which results in smaller, fewer cuts and a quicker recovery time — so you have a shorter hospital stay. You experience less pain and minimal scarring. Most people are able to resume a normal diet and movement within the same day of the surgery. Nilesh felt relieved when he heard how soon he would be able to get back to his normal lifestyle. He still wondered, however, whether the surgery could be delayed a while.
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