Gallbladder Flashcards

1
Q

In Cholelisthiasis, what is 90% of Gallbladder disease due to?

A

Stones

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2
Q

What is the most common type of gallstone?

A

Cholesterol Stones

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3
Q

T/F: most stones are asymptomatic and 1/3 develop symptoms

A

True

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4
Q

Who is most prevalent in developing Cholelisthiasis and Gallstones?

A
Female
Fat
Forty
Fair
Fertile
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5
Q

In gallbladder disease, what time of day is it typically symptomatic?

A

Night

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6
Q

Where is Gallbladder disease felt on the body?

A

RUQ radiating to right shoulder

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7
Q

What are other symptoms common in Gallbladder disease?

A

Jaundice and Palpable mass in RUQ with Cholecystitis

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8
Q

What is a functional spasm of cystic duct d/t stones?

A

Biliary Colic

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9
Q

What is a Biliary Colic often triggered by?

A

Fatty meal

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10
Q

How long do symptoms typically last with a Biliary Colic?

A

3 hours

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11
Q

Where are the symptoms associated with biliary colic?

A

epigastric

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12
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What is the onset of symptoms of a Biliary Colic?

A

Sudden onset and rapidly: ↑ intensity over 15 minute with gas, bloating, and heartburn

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13
Q

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?

A

Acute Cholecystitis

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14
Q

What is the most common type of imaging used for Gallbladder disease?

A

Ultrasound

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15
Q

What is the name for a Calcification Gallbladder and is associated with gallstones?

A

Porcelain Gallbladder

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