I am 58 male 187lb my doctor did a hida scan and ultrasound and blood work and found my gallbladder working at 54% and says it needs to be removed asap. I have pain in my side almost constantly and I hurt every time I eat. I get chest pain that feels like Im being stabbed with a knife.  Ive been looking on the internet and I have read that 54% function of a gallbladder is normal. 2 yrs ago I had a fatty liver but the doctor says my liver is now cleared up. Is there something I dont understand or missing here? Why would it need to be removed if functioning at 54%?
Hello. The decision of to remove your gallbladder is not related with 54% functioning, is related with your symptoms. If you have constant pain in right rib area (area of gallbladder) increased after eating, your gallbladder must be removed. However, say you that surgical intervention is with minimal incision and with a few hours of hospitalization (48-72 hours). I wish you good health.(If the answer has helped you, please indicate this).