Postgraduate medicine
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Postgraduate medicine · Sep 2022
ReviewEvaluation of gallstone classification and their diagnosis through serum parameters as emerging tools in treatment: a narrative review.
The treatment of gallstones is a matter of real concern as they may cause gallbladder cancer if not properly attended to. Evaluating the classification of gallstones can give major clues in their treatment as it will decide their etiology, chemical composition, and pathogenesis. Also, serum parameters have emerged as an efficient tool for diagnosing gallstones. ⋯ The various serum parameters studied were as RDW-CV test (red blood cell distribution width), PCT (prolactin) test, MPV (mean platelet count), LYM (lymphocyte) test, and EOS (eosinophil and eosinophil count test). Also, we discussed some practical considerations for gallstones that can be taken into account for gallstone prevention and diagnosis. Further research is required to detect gallstone type in the gallbladder by using the alteration in the levels of serum parameters.