How are multiple gallbladder polyps and solitary gallbladder polyps different?

Taken literally: Only the number. But both conditions, regardless of number of polyps, is abnormal. Gallbladder polyps, unlike others in the GI tract, are formed by cholesterol crystals. So if you have symptoms with either finding, your gallbladder is the likely source of it. Ask the doctor who ordered the test to see if you are a surgical candidate.

Needs evaluation: Polyps in the gb regardless of the number are abnormal. Gb polyps that measure 1 cm or greater increase our suspicion for cancer and removal of the gb is recommended.