Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL)
How it works: Uses sound waves to break gallstones into smaller pieces that can pass through bile ducts or dissolve more easily.
Often combined with: Ursodeoxycholic acid to dissolve the fragments.
Who it's for: Patients with 1–2 stones, good gallbladder function, and no complications.
Limitations:
Rarely used due to recurrence and limited effectiveness.
Not widely available.
Diet and Lifestyle (Supportive Care)
Low-fat, high-fiber diet
Maintain healthy weight
Avoid rapid weight loss (increases risk of stones)
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