MICROANATOMY

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

GALL BLADDER

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The gall bladder is not necessary in the digestive system and can be removed if needed.
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The gallbladder is a small, pouch-like organ in the upper right part of your tummy. It stores bile, a fluid produced by the liver that helps break down fatty foods. You don’t need a gallbladder, so surgery to take it out is often recommended if you develop any problems with it.

Detailed explanation-2: -If the gall bladder is removed from human body then it will become difficult for the body to digest fat. Therefore, the patient A, may feel difficulty in digesting fats and lipids containing food items such as oily food, meat and junk foods.

Detailed explanation-3: -Removal of the gallbladder will severely inhibit the digestion and absorption of fats (triglycerides, cholesterols, phospholipids) and other fat-soluble substances. The gallbladder stores and secrete bile. Without bile the there is no formation of mixed micelles.

Detailed explanation-4: -Most doctors recommend surgery if you have had repeated attacks. If you have had one attack of gallstone pain, you may want to wait to see whether you have more. Surgery is the best way to prevent gallstone attacks. The surgery is very common, so doctors have a lot of experience with it.

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