Risk profile for gallstone disease in southern Indian population: is there anything new?

Aim: There are reports of changes in demographic and morphological characteristics of gallstone (GS) disease in South Asian countries. The changes in dietary factors have not been previously reported. The aim of the study was to identify dietary factors and lifestyle patterns among southern Indian patients with GS disease.

Risk factors for choledocholithiasis in a south Indian population: a case-control study.

Aim: To identify risk factors for common bile duct (CBD) stones in a south Indian population.

Methods: Demographic characteristics and diet details were obtained from patients with isolated CBD stones (Gp I) and those with combined CBD and gallstones (Gp II) and age- and sex-matched controls. The risk factors were compared between the two groups.