CHOLEDOCHOLITHIASIS Flashcards
1
Q
presents how?
A
RUQ or epigastric with evidence of biliary tract obstruction (ALP and bilirubin)
2
Q
diagnosed how?
A
clinical presentation
LFT abnormalities with diagnostic imaging
ultrasound
MRCP
3
Q
course?
A
when passes through, pain improves ad LFTs resolve
4
Q
how do we remove CBD stones?
A
ERCP
laproscopic CBD exploration
or
cholecystectomy
5
Q
complications?
A
acute cholangitis
pancreatitis