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Acute Cholecystitis Flashcards

1
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What is it?

A

Inflammation of the gallbladder

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What is the presentation?

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RUQ pain (referred to the right shoulder)
Fever (=> raised WCC count)
Vomiting
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What is the treatment?

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Analgesia
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Open surgery is required if there is gallbladder perforation

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