Factors influencing the cure of pseudolithiasis: a retrospective study of 264 patients

Our research indicates that, unlike chronic cholelithiasis, pseudolithiasis exhibits uniqueness and temporality. The underlying inflammatory gallbladder diseases and their treatments may facilitate the rapid resolution of pseudolithiasis, while factors such as viral hepatitis and decompensated cirrhosis may affect liver function and bile composition but do not appear to directly contribute to the occurrence of pseudolithiasis. Furthermore, differences in sex hormone levels may result in a higher rate of short-term resolution of pseudolithiasis in male patients compared to females. These findings provide preliminary evidence for the prevention and management strategies of pseudolithiasis.