Gallstones Flashcards
1
Q
What are risk factors for formatioN/
A
Female Fat Fertile 70% cholesterol 30% pigment and Ca
2
Q
What are symptoms of stone in gall bladder?
A
Biliary pain, Jaundice,
Pancreatitis
3
Q
What is management of stone in gall bladder?
A
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy or bile acid dissolution therapy (low success)
4
Q
What are symptoms of bile duct stone?
A
Biliary pain
Jaundice
Cholangitis
Pancreatitis
5
Q
How are stones in bile duct managed?
A
ERCP with sphincterotomy to removal, crushing or stent or surgery for large stones
