Choledocholithiasis Flashcards
1
Q
What is the pathophysiology of choledocholithiasis?
A
Gallstone obstructing the common bile duct
2
Q
How does choledocholithiasis present?
A
typically the exact same as cholecystitis
patients may show signs of jaundice due to obstruction of the common bile duct and decreased excretion of conjugated bilirubin
