Choledocholithiasis: Difference between revisions

Created page with "'''Choledocholithiasis''' is a form of complicated gallstone disease characterised by a gallstone stuck in the common bile duct. It causes cholestasis, and may lead to cholangitis, a severe bacterial infection or acute biliary pancreatitis. == Clinical features == Patients presents with biliary colic-like pain, but choledocholithiasis pain usually lasts longer. Jaundice may be present. == Diagnosis and evaluation == Laborator..."