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What is the primary constituent of 'Pure' cholesterol gallstones?
What is the primary constituent of 'Pure' cholesterol gallstones?
- Cholesterol (correct)
- Bile salts
- Calcium carbonate
- Bilirubin
What is the main factor leading to the formation of pigment stones?
What is the main factor leading to the formation of pigment stones?
- Excess bilirubin (correct)
- Excess bile salts
- Excess cholesterol
- Abnormal composition of bile
What characteristic is commonly seen in 'Pigmented' stones?
What characteristic is commonly seen in 'Pigmented' stones?
- Radiolucent (correct)
- Associated with obesity
- Pale yellow granular outer surface
- Solitary and large
What is the primary cause of 'Combined' gallstones?
What is the primary cause of 'Combined' gallstones?
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Why do gallstones form when there is an imbalance in bile constituents?
Why do gallstones form when there is an imbalance in bile constituents?
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What is the normal composition of gall bladder bile?
What is the normal composition of gall bladder bile?
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What is the most common etiology (pathogenesis) of inflammation in the gall bladder?
What is the most common etiology (pathogenesis) of inflammation in the gall bladder?
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What is a possible complication of empyema of the gall bladder?
What is a possible complication of empyema of the gall bladder?
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What is the characteristic microscopic finding in the gall bladder wall during cholecystitis?
What is the characteristic microscopic finding in the gall bladder wall during cholecystitis?
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When does empyema of the gall bladder occur?
When does empyema of the gall bladder occur?
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