Kazakh-Russian Medical University The theme Acute Cholecystitis Checked

Kazakh-Russian Medical University The theme: “Acute Cholecystitis” Checked by: Utegenov. A 206 A Prepared by: Abdykayrova G. I Almaty 2017

Plan 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Causes and risks Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Prevention

What is cholecystitis? • • Acute cholecystitis is an inflammation of the gallbladder. Cholecystitis can become very severe and in most cases requires immediate medical attention. See your doctor as soon as possible if you think you have acute cholecystitis.

What are the causes and risks factors of cholecystitis? • • Gallstones are by far the most common cause of acute cholecystitis. Bile can build up in the gallbladder if gallstones obstruct the bile ducts. This leads to I Acute cholecystitis can also be caused by a severe illness or a tumor. However, these causes are rarenflammation.

What are the symptoms of acute cholecystitis? The most common sign that you have acute cholecystitis is abdominal pain that lasts for several hours. This pain is usually in the middle or right side of your upper abdomen. It may also spread to your right shoulder or back. Other symptoms include: • clay-colored stool • vomiting • nausea • fever • yellowing of your skin • and the whites of your eyes • pain, typically after a meal • chills • abdominal bloating

How is acute cholecystitis diagnosed? Your doctor will want to know about your medical history as well as your symptoms. They’ll probably check your abdomen for swelling or tender areas. They may order additional tests, such as the following: Abdominal ultrasounds use sound waves to create an image of your organs. Hepatobiliary scintigraphy is a procedure that creates an image of the upper portion of your small intestine, liver, gallbladder, and bile ducts. Cholangiography uses dye injected into your bile ducts to show the gallbladder and bile ducts on an Xray. CT scans are computerized images used to create images of your internal organs.

How is cholecystitis treated? • • Your doctor will most likely prescribe pain medications and antibiotics to minimize your abdominal pain and fight infection. Your doctor may recommend surgery to remove your gallbladder if the cholecystitis keeps recurring. This is called a cholecystectomy.

How can cholecystitis be prevented? • You may be able to reduce your risk of developing acute or chronic cholecystitis by losing weight and eating a healthier diet. It’s believed that cholesterol plays a part in the formation of gallstones. You should avoid foods that are high in fat and cholesterol.