Gastric Bypass W/ Gall Bladder Removal

October 29, 2010
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I read that sometimes the gall bladder is removed as part of the surgery. What determines whether I get to keep my gall bladder? Is it riskier if it's removed?

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Answer: Gallbladder removal with gastric bypass

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