Cholelithiasis Flashcards
1
Q
What is cholelithiasis in layman’s terms?
A
Gall stones
2
Q
3 possible causes of cholelithiasis?
A
- Genetics ??
- Altered bile composition
- Bile stasis
3
Q
Give a very brief, simple overview of the formation of a cholelithiasis:
A
Initial nucleus, precipitation forms around the nucleus and forms the stone
4
Q
What are the different types of cholelithiasis?
3
A
- ~80% are cholesterol stones
- ~20% are pigment stones
- Some may be mixed stones
5
Q
What 2 main components make up a cholesterol stone?
A
Bile and cholesterol
6
Q
What are the mnfts of cholelithiasis?
A
- Severe intermittent pain
- May radiate to back
- Nausea and vomiting related to the severe pain
7
Q
3 possible treatments for cholelithiasis/
A
- Pain control
- Dissolving agents
- Surgery
8
Q
What is the name of the drug used as a dissolving agent for cholelithiasis/
A
Actigall
9
Q
What is a possible serious complication of cholelithiasis/
A
Perforation, which may lead to peritonitis