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What is the most common composition of gallstones in cholelithiasis?
What is the most common composition of gallstones in cholelithiasis?
Which symptom is typically associated with uncomplicated cholelithiasis?
Which symptom is typically associated with uncomplicated cholelithiasis?
What are the risk factors most closely associated with cholelithiasis?
What are the risk factors most closely associated with cholelithiasis?
The '4 Fs' associated with cholelithiasis refer to which of the following?
The '4 Fs' associated with cholelithiasis refer to which of the following?
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Which diagnostic test is primarily used to confirm gallstones in cholelithiasis?
Which diagnostic test is primarily used to confirm gallstones in cholelithiasis?
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What is the primary cause of acute cholecystitis?
What is the primary cause of acute cholecystitis?
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A positive Murphy's sign is indicative of which condition?
A positive Murphy's sign is indicative of which condition?
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Chronic cholecystitis is most often associated with which of the following?
Chronic cholecystitis is most often associated with which of the following?
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Acalculous cholecystitis is most commonly found in which group of patients?
Acalculous cholecystitis is most commonly found in which group of patients?
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What is the primary treatment option for acute cholecystitis?
What is the primary treatment option for acute cholecystitis?
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Which symptom typically indicates acalculous cholecystitis?
Which symptom typically indicates acalculous cholecystitis?
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How can acute cholecystitis be differentiated from chronic cholecystitis?
How can acute cholecystitis be differentiated from chronic cholecystitis?
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Which antibiotic regimen is suitable for treating acute cholecystitis?
Which antibiotic regimen is suitable for treating acute cholecystitis?
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What primary sign indicates choledocholithiasis?
What primary sign indicates choledocholithiasis?
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Which imaging technique is the most accurate for diagnosing choledocholithiasis?
Which imaging technique is the most accurate for diagnosing choledocholithiasis?
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Charcot's triad for cholangitis includes which signs?
Charcot's triad for cholangitis includes which signs?
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What additional symptoms are included in Reynolds' pentad for severe cholangitis?
What additional symptoms are included in Reynolds' pentad for severe cholangitis?
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What is the best first-line treatment for ascending cholangitis?
What is the best first-line treatment for ascending cholangitis?
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What is the most common cause of acute pancreatitis in the United States?
What is the most common cause of acute pancreatitis in the United States?
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Which laboratory test is considered the most specific for diagnosing acute pancreatitis?
Which laboratory test is considered the most specific for diagnosing acute pancreatitis?
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Which imaging method is most commonly used to diagnose acute pancreatitis?
Which imaging method is most commonly used to diagnose acute pancreatitis?
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Which enzyme's elevation is NOT part of Ranson's criteria for assessing acute pancreatitis severity?
Which enzyme's elevation is NOT part of Ranson's criteria for assessing acute pancreatitis severity?
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Which of the following is a potential complication of untreated cholelithiasis that involves an inflammatory condition of the pancreas?
Which of the following is a potential complication of untreated cholelithiasis that involves an inflammatory condition of the pancreas?
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What characteristic symptom commonly occurs after meals in patients with uncomplicated cholelithiasis?
What characteristic symptom commonly occurs after meals in patients with uncomplicated cholelithiasis?
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Which demographic trait is most often associated with an increased risk for developing cholelithiasis?
Which demographic trait is most often associated with an increased risk for developing cholelithiasis?
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During the diagnosis of acute cholecystitis, which imaging study is most sensitive in detecting cystic duct occlusion?
During the diagnosis of acute cholecystitis, which imaging study is most sensitive in detecting cystic duct occlusion?
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What laboratory finding would likely be most indicative of an acute inflammatory process in cholecystitis?
What laboratory finding would likely be most indicative of an acute inflammatory process in cholecystitis?
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Which of the following conditions is characterized by recurrent inflammation and gallbladder damage potentially leading to chronic complications?
Which of the following conditions is characterized by recurrent inflammation and gallbladder damage potentially leading to chronic complications?
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What term describes the collection of risk factors often remembered as the '4 Fs' relevant to gallstone formation?
What term describes the collection of risk factors often remembered as the '4 Fs' relevant to gallstone formation?
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Which symptom would NOT typically indicate acute cholecystitis?
Which symptom would NOT typically indicate acute cholecystitis?
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What is typically the initial symptom that leads patients to seek treatment for gallstones?
What is typically the initial symptom that leads patients to seek treatment for gallstones?
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In which condition would you expect a significant elevation of alkaline phosphatase levels?
In which condition would you expect a significant elevation of alkaline phosphatase levels?
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What differentiates acute pancreatitis from chronic pancreatitis based on its onset and symptoms?
What differentiates acute pancreatitis from chronic pancreatitis based on its onset and symptoms?
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Which symptom is most indicative of cholangitis, considering the potential severity of the condition?
Which symptom is most indicative of cholangitis, considering the potential severity of the condition?
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What first-line treatment is generally indicated for patients diagnosed with acute cholecystitis?
What first-line treatment is generally indicated for patients diagnosed with acute cholecystitis?
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Which finding is considered a hallmark indicator of chronic pancreatitis upon imaging studies?
Which finding is considered a hallmark indicator of chronic pancreatitis upon imaging studies?
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In terms of symptoms, which of the following is a critical clinical manifestation of choledocholithiasis?
In terms of symptoms, which of the following is a critical clinical manifestation of choledocholithiasis?
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What is considered a common long-term complication associated with chronic pancreatitis?
What is considered a common long-term complication associated with chronic pancreatitis?
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Which of the following is the most accurate imaging technique for diagnosing choledocholithiasis?
Which of the following is the most accurate imaging technique for diagnosing choledocholithiasis?
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Which class of antibiotics is recommended as part of the treatment regimen for acute cholecystitis?
Which class of antibiotics is recommended as part of the treatment regimen for acute cholecystitis?
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What is the significant risk factor associated with the development of cholangiocarcinoma?
What is the significant risk factor associated with the development of cholangiocarcinoma?
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What initial approach is recommended for managing ascending cholangitis?
What initial approach is recommended for managing ascending cholangitis?
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Study Notes
Cholelithiasis
- Most common composition: Cholesterol.
- Hallmark symptom: Postprandial biliary colic (pain after eating).
- Risk factors: Female gender, obesity, rapid weight loss.
- "4 Fs": Forty, female, fatty, fertile.
- Diagnosis: Abdominal ultrasound.
- Complications: Pancreatitis.
Cholecystitis (Acute, Chronic, and Acalculous)
- Acute cause: Gallstone obstruction of the cystic duct.
- Murphy's sign: Positive in acute cholecystitis (pain with palpation of the gallbladder).
- Lab abnormality: Elevated white blood cell count.
- Diagnosis: HIDA scan (most sensitive).
- Chronic cholecystitis: Recurrent acute episodes.
- Acalculous cholecystitis: In critically ill patients.
- Treatment: Cholecystectomy (surgical removal).
- Clinical feature of acalculous: RUQ pain in critically ill patients.
- Difference from chronic: Duration and severity of inflammation.
- Antibiotic regimen: Ceftriaxone and metronidazole
Choledocholithiasis and Cholangitis
- Choledocholithiasis hallmark: Persistent jaundice and elevated liver enzymes.
- Diagnosis: MRCP (most accurate).
- Charcot's triad: Fever, RUQ pain, and jaundice.
- Reynold's pentad: Charcot's triad plus hypotension and altered mental status.
- Treatment: Broad-spectrum antibiotics and biliary drainage.
Pancreatitis (Acute and Chronic)
- Most common cause (US): Gallstones.
- Specific lab test: Lipase.
- Imaging modality: CT scan.
- Ranson's criteria: Factors to assess severity (e.g., age, white blood cell count, serum calcium).
- Chronic cause: Alcohol abuse.
- Chronic complication: Diabetes mellitus.
- Chronic clinical feature: Epigastric pain radiating to the back.
- Dietary modification: Low-fat diet.
- Radiographic finding: Calcifications in the pancreas.
- Enzyme supplementation: Pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT).
- Pseudocyst association: Acute pancreatitis.
Biliary and Pancreatic Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma risk factor: Primary sclerosing cholangitis.
- Pancreatic cancer tumor marker: CA 19-9.
- Painless jaundice: Suggestive of pancreatic cancer.
- Diagnosis (Pancreatic cancer): Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS).
- Cholangiocarcinoma presentation: Jaundice, pruritus, weight loss.
- Treatment (pancreatic cancer): Whipple procedure.
- Biliary cancer association: Primary sclerosing cholangitis.
- Advanced pancreatic cancer feature: Jaundice, weight loss, and back pain.
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Test your knowledge on cholelithiasis and cholecystitis, including their symptoms, risk factors, and complications. This quiz covers key concepts like the 4 Fs of gallstones, diagnostic methods, and treatment options for acute and chronic cholecystitis. Enhance your understanding of these common gallbladder disorders.
