Overview
Definition
Gallstones in the common bile duct.
Epidemiology
Varies globally. Often age and lifestyle dependent.
Etiology & Risk Factors
- Passage of stones from gallbladder.
Clinical Symptoms
- RUQ pain
- jaundice
- dark urine
- pale stools.
Clinical Approach
Diagnosis
- Ultrasound
- MRCP
- Elevated Bilirubin/Alk Phos.
Management
- ERCP (stone removal).
Complications
- Ascending cholangitis
- acute pancreatitis.