When to remove the gallbladder after mild pancreatitis? study seeks answers
NCT ID NCT07234136
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at 445 patients with mild acute biliary pancreatitis to compare having gallbladder removal surgery during the same hospital stay versus waiting for a later date. The goal was to see which approach leads to fewer repeat hospital visits for gallstone-related problems. Researchers also checked for surgery difficulty and complications within 30 days.
What this could mean
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Active substance
cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal surgery)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could help doctors decide the best time to remove the gallbladder after mild pancreatitis, potentially reducing repeat hospital visits.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a controlled trial, so results may show patterns but not prove cause and effect. The findings may not apply to all patients.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo
Pavia, Pavia, 27100, Italy