Acute Cholangitis Flashcards
1
Q
causes of acute cholangitis?
A
obstruction of bile duct or infection introduced during ERCP procedure
2
Q
most common organisms causing acute cholangitis?
A
e coli, klebsiella, enterococcus
3
Q
charcot’s triad?
A
right upper quadrant pain, fever and jaundice
4
Q
Prep before surgery in acute cholangitis?
A
NBM, IV fluids and antibiotics, blood cultures, involve seniors and HDU
5
Q
percutaneous transhepatic cholangiogram?
A
radiologically guided insertion of drain through skin and liver into bile ducts. drain and put stent in
