Evidence supporting the use of: Probiotics
For the health condition: Gall Bladder (sluggish or removed)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2

Probiotics are commonly used to support gut health, particularly after gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) or in cases of a sluggish gallbladder. Scientific evidence supporting the use of probiotics for these specific conditions is limited but emerging. After gallbladder removal, bile flow into the intestines becomes continuous rather than meal-triggered, which can sometimes disrupt the balance of gut microbiota and lead to digestive symptoms such as diarrhea or bloating. Some small studies and case reports suggest that probiotics may help manage these symptoms by restoring or maintaining a healthy gut flora, improving stool consistency, and reducing gastrointestinal discomfort. However, there are no large-scale randomized controlled trials directly linking probiotics to improved outcomes in gallbladder dysfunction or post-cholecystectomy syndromes. The theoretical benefit is based on their established role in maintaining intestinal microbiome health and supporting digestion, particularly of fats, which may be more challenging without normal gallbladder function. Clinical guidelines do not currently recommend probiotics specifically for gallbladder issues, but their use may be reasonable in individuals experiencing post-surgical digestive symptoms. Overall, while there is a scientific rationale and some early evidence, robust clinical validation is lacking, and the evidence level remains low (rated 2/5).

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