Gallstones can form in both the gallbladder and the bile ducts.
The main cause of gallstone formation is the saturated content of bile, the particles of which stick together and form microcrystals.
The formation of a pebble is the result of the precipitation and bonding of crystals.
There are mainly two types of stones:
Cholesterol stones (85%)
Pigment stones (15%)
Biochemical analysis of stones allows us to study their components and the mechanisms that lead to stone formation.
Studying gallstones allows us to provide proper treatment and prevent recurrence.
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