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Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
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I had a consultation at Stanford in Palo Alto California with a vascular surgeon that was not a MALS specialist. She said that the MALS was not causing my symptoms. This was about three years ago. This is when I was trying to figure out if I should have my gallbladder removed. I did end up having my gallbladder removed because she said it would help my symptoms… Unfortunately, nothing has improved… Actually only gotten worse. I did have a phone consultation with Dr.Hsu at Stamford after my gallbladder surgery and he said that my symptoms sounded like MALS and he would be happy to meet with me as he suggested symptoms will get progressively worse.
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Just so you know, MALS doesn’t get better on it’s own or by trying different diets, etc. I tried for 16 years before I was totally bedridden and in excruciating pain 24/7. If you have a diagnosis, it’s better to take care of ASAP, as recovery is strenuous especially if you’ve had it causing problems for a while. Dr. Hsu has done over 500 MALS surgeries. But know also, MALS surgery only takes care of MALS pain, which is amazing!