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Could gallstones raise ldl levels?

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Not by itself .: Increase will be seen ONLY if gallstone occluded the CBD ! HIDA scan will be able to differentiate !

Answered 7/7/2014

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Dr. Jeff McFadden answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

No.: Gallstones are unrelated to LDL levels. High LDL-C is a major risk factor for atherosclerosis/arteriosclerosis and other associated co-morbidities.

Answered 12/30/2014

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