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(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...")
 
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== Treatment ==
== Treatment ==
Removal of the obstruction, usually by ERCP, is indicated. Cholecystectomy is indicated to prevent future occurances.
Removal of the obstruction, usually by ERCP, is indicated. [[Cholecystectomy]] is indicated to prevent future occurances.
[[Category:Gastroenterology]]
[[Category:Gastroenterology]]
[[Category:Gastrointestinal surgery]]
[[Category:Gastrointestinal surgery]]