Gallstones Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What are gallstones?
A
Hard mineral or fatty deposits that form in the gallbladder.
2
Q
What symptoms or complications can occur when gallstones cause problems?
A
Pain, infection, inflammation, biliary colic, acute cholecystitis, cholangitis, pancreatitis, and obstructive jaundice.
3
Q
What is the definitive treatment for symptomatic gallstones or bile duct stones?
A
Surgical removal via laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
4
Q
What is the first-line drug for severe pain in gallstone disease?
A
Intramuscular diclofenac sodium 75 mg.
5
Q
What is the role of ursodeoxycholic acid in gallstone disease?
A
It has been used, but there is no evidence to support its effectiveness.
