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Hida scan showed ef of 81%. cck recreated symptoms. would gallbladder removal help relieve symptoms?

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Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

Specializes in Trauma Surgery

Yes: Get second surgical / gastroenterology opinion May need ERCP to define problem

Answered 2/7/2019

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