Gall Bladder Disease Flashcards
1
Q
Cholelithiasis
A
Gallstones in absence of gallbladder infection, may be asymptomatic
2
Q
Choledocholithiasis
A
Stones in bile duct
Produces obstruction and cramps
Can lead to gall bladder infection
3
Q
Complications of gall bladder disease
A
Fat malabsorption Light colored stool Jaundice Secondary biliary cirrhosis Pancreatitis (if distal duct is blocked)
4
Q
Un pigmented stones are made of
A
Pure cholesterol
5
Q
Pigmented stones are made of
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Bilirubin polymers or Ca salts
6
Q
Gallstone treatment
A
Cholecystectomy - removal of gallbladder
ERCP - catheter insertion and removal of stones
7
Q
Cholestasis
A
Little or no bile is secreted or it is blocked
Occurs when not using gut or with some drugs
Increases risk of gallstones
