|Articles|November 3, 2010

Today's Daily Dose: Gallbladder mucoceles

Why surgery is indicated for this condition.

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“Mucoceles are reported to be a major cause of extra-hepatic biliary obstructions, leading to gallbladder rupture in more than 50 percent of cases. Some are found incidentally while others are associated with non-specific clinical histories and physical-exam findings.”

-Ronald, Lyman, DVM, DACVIM

From Gallbladder mucoceles: Surgery still recommended due to risk of rupture

 

 

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