Gallbladder Flashcards
In Cholelisthiasis, what is 90% of Gallbladder disease due to?
Stones
What is the most common type of gallstone?
Cholesterol Stones
T/F: most stones are asymptomatic and 1/3 develop symptoms
True
Who is most prevalent in developing Cholelisthiasis and Gallstones?
Female Fat Forty Fair Fertile
In gallbladder disease, what time of day is it typically symptomatic?
Night
Where is Gallbladder disease felt on the body?
RUQ radiating to right shoulder
What are other symptoms common in Gallbladder disease?
Jaundice and Palpable mass in RUQ with Cholecystitis
What is a functional spasm of cystic duct d/t stones?
Biliary Colic
What is a Biliary Colic often triggered by?
Fatty meal
How long do symptoms typically last with a Biliary Colic?
3 hours
Where are the symptoms associated with biliary colic?
epigastric
What is the onset of symptoms of a Biliary Colic?
Sudden onset and rapidly: ↑ intensity over 15 minute with gas, bloating, and heartburn
What disease is associated with RUQ tenderness and possible mass, Murphy’s sign, symptoms at night after fatty meals, nausea and vomiting, bloating, gas, and heartburn?
Acute Cholecystitis
What is the most common type of imaging used for Gallbladder disease?
Ultrasound
What is the name for a Calcification Gallbladder and is associated with gallstones?
Porcelain Gallbladder
