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Learning about the Gallbladder

The gallbladder is an organ that is part of the biliary tree and the digestion process. Its function is to concentrate the bile, explains Dr. Todd Mangione, General Surgeon at Homestead Hospital. When the gallbladder is in pain, It may be necessary to remove it, explains the specialist while showing a 3D digital image.

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