The evaluation of gallstone formation in patients undergoing Roux-en -Y gastric bypass due to morbid obesity

Abstract

In light of these data, since only a very small portion of patients develops symptomatic gallstones after LRYGB, we recommend cholecystectomy in patients with symptomatic gallstones or the use of ursodeoxycholic acid rather than a prophylactic approach. Prospective randomized controlled studies in larger series are required to support these results.