Acute Cholecystitis Flashcards
1
Q
acute cholecystitis
A
inflammation of the gallbladder
2
Q
causes
A
gallstones
3
Q
signs
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right upper quadrant pain mass fever nausea/vomiting Murphy's Point
4
Q
investigations
A
USS
MRCP if unable to locate
5
Q
management
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supportive treatment
laparoscopic cholecystectomy
ERCP - stones in CBD
6
Q
what would LFTs be
A
normal but if abnormal can be sign of Mirizzzi syndrome
7
Q
what is mirizzzi syndrome
A
gallstones get stuck in cystic duct or neck of gallbladder causing obstructive jaundice signs
