Managing gallbladder disease with prostaglandin inhibitors

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The role of prostaglandins in gallstone formation and acute cholecystitis suggests that prostaglandin inhibitors may be helpful in preventing gallstones and in relieving pain. Dr Babb discusses the effects of prostaglandins on the gallbladder and reviews results of studies of the use of prostaglandin inhibitors in managing gallbladder disease.

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Richard R. Babb

Richard R. Babb, MD Dr Babb practices gastroenterology in the section of medicine, Palo Alto Medical Clinic, Palo Alto, California. He is clinical professor of medicine, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California