Global Epidemiology of Gallstones in the 21st Century: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

CONCLUSION: Globally, 6% of the population have gallstones, with higher rates in females and in South America. The incidence of gallstones may be rising. Our findings call for prioritizing research on prevention of gallstones.PMID:38382725 | DOI:10.1016/j.cgh.2024.01.051

Source: Clinical Lung Cancer - February 21, 2024 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Xin Wang Wenqian Yu Guoheng Jiang Hongyu Li Shiyi Li Linjun Xie Xuan Bai Ping Cui Qi Chen YanMei Lou Li Zou SuLian Li ZhongFang Zhou Chi Zhang Peng Sun Mao Min Source Type: research