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Is gallblader polyp that is less than 4 mm considered a normal finding if found on abdomen ultrasound? if no, at what(mm) size it is considered normal

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Dr. John Fung answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Not quite abnormal: Gallbladder polyps are relatively frequent, seen in up to 5% of the population. Over 90% are benign, and the majority are cholesterol polyps - adenomyomatosis is a benign condition characterized by benign hyperplastic changes with an overgrowth of the mucosa, . Recommendations as to follow-up of small polyps (.

Answered 12/1/2017

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