You might not think about your gallbladder often. But if something goes wrong with this small organ, symptoms such as intense pain will likely catch your attention. Gallbladder disease is an ...

Surgical removal of the gallbladder (cholecystectomy) is the most commonly performed operation worldwide and is the standard treatment for gallstones that cause symptoms or complications. Gallstones ...

Gallstones are relatively common, affecting about 10 percent of adults. But only 20 percent of these cases are large enough to cause problems and require further treatment. A gallstone is a hard ...