Archive for the Gallstone Category

Anatomy of the Gallbladder and Gallstones

June 18, 2009 | Gallstone | No Comments

The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ that is situated beneath the liver. It acts as a storage center for the bile produced by the liver. The bile is tranported from the gallbladder to the small intestine through the common bile duct that is shaped like the letter ‘Y’. gallstones [...]

The Painful Attack

June 18, 2009 | Gallstone | No Comments

Simple yet effective steps can be taken to ensure the well-being of the gallbladder. Diseases concerning the gallbaldder may lead to surgery. This can be avoided by having a healthy lifestyle. [...]