Acute & Chronic Cholecystitis Flashcards
1
Q
what is cholecystitis
A
inflammation of gall bladder
2
Q
what disease is cholecystitis usually associated with
A
gall stones
3
Q
describe what causes acute cholecystitis
A
gall stones obstructing outflow of bile, causes intense adhesions in 2-3days
4
Q
what complications can arise from acute cholecystitis
A
empyema, rupture, peritonitis
5
Q
what white blood cells indicate acute inflammation in acute cholecystitis
A
neutrophils
6
Q
describe the onset of chronic cholecystitis
A
may occur insidiously or after recurrent acute cholecystitis
7
Q
describe the effect of chronic cholecystitis on the gall bladder wall
A
causes wall to thicken but not distend
