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I recently found out that my gallbladder has sludge in it & is working 57%, is surgery in my future?
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Maybe...: Its impossible to predict who might need their gallbladder removed until symptoms arise. Good luck!
Answered 10/1/2013
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Not necessarily: Your gall bladder function seems to be ok. Sludge or stones in the gallbladder by itself is not an indication for surgery. Gall bladder needs to come out only if there is inflammation or the bile duct obstruction.
Answered 12/11/2015
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