Cholecystitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is Cholecystitis?
A
Inflammation of the Gallbladder, secondary to blockage or impaction of gallstones in the cystic duct
2
Q
Typical pain referral pattern?
A
- RUQ
- R Shoulder
- Radiation into Right Scapula
3
Q
What food increases pain?
A
Pain increases with the ingestion of Fatty Foods
4
Q
Special test to confirm Cholecystitis?
A
(+) Murphy Sign
