Gallbladder Polyps: When Do They Need Surgery
Updated on: Oct 13, 2026
Published on: Oct 13, 2026
Published on: Oct 13, 2026
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What Are Gallbladder Polyps?
Gallbladder polyps are projections of tissue from the inner wall of the gallbladder. They are discovered incidentally on abdominal ultrasound in many adults and are usually benign. However, a small proportion carry a risk of malignant transformation and determining which polyps require surgery and which can be safely monitored is a common clinical challenge.