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GALLSTONES
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Gallstone disease is diagnosed in approximately 15%–20% of the general population in Europe, the UK, and the United States. Complications resulting from cholelithiasis are the most frequent presentation in the emergency department. The article discusses the mechanisms leading to gallstone formation, the types of gallstones, and the management strategies for symptomatic and asymptomatic cases, including surgical interventions and diagnostic criteria.
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