Porcelain Gallbladder Flashcards
1
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what is porcelain gallbladder
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Rare occurrence that is defined as calcium incrustation of the gallbladder wall.
2
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effected population
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Found predominately in females
•Patients over 60
3
Q
what is this condition associated with
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•Associated with gallstones; maybe a form of chronic cholecystitis and inflammation
4
Q
Symptoms of porcelain gallbladder
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- Generally asymptomatic
* Increased risk of gallbladder carcinoma
5
Q
Sonographic appearance
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“•Bright, echogenic echo seen in the region of the gallbladder
•Posterior shadowing
•May not be completely calcified; appearance will vary with the amount of calcification present”
6
Q
DD
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•Gallstones with emphysematous cholecytitis
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