CHOLEDOCHOLITHIASIS Flashcards

1
Q

presents how?

A

RUQ or epigastric with evidence of biliary tract obstruction (ALP and bilirubin)

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2
Q

diagnosed how?

A

clinical presentation
LFT abnormalities with diagnostic imaging
ultrasound
MRCP

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3
Q

course?

A

when passes through, pain improves ad LFTs resolve

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4
Q

how do we remove CBD stones?

A

ERCP

laproscopic CBD exploration

or

cholecystectomy

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5
Q

complications?

A

acute cholangitis

pancreatitis

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