Cholelithiasis

Cholelithiasis is the medical term for the presence of one or more gallstones in the gallbladder or bile duct. Gallstones are solid deposits of bile, mostly made up of cholesterol, bile pigments, and calcium salts. If left untreated, cholelithiasis can lead to symptoms ranging from mild abdominal discomfort to severe pain, nausea, vomiting and other complications. Treatment may involve medications, non-surgical procedures or surgical removal of the gallbladder. Early detection is critical for timely treatment and to prevent serious health conditions.

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Digestive Disorders And Diagnosis

ISSN: 2574-4526
Type: Open Access Journal
Editor-in-Chief: Rongbiao Tang, Ruijin hospital
Digestive diseases are disorders of the digestive tract. In digestion, food and drink are broken down into small parts (called nutrients) that the body can absorb and use as energy and building blocks for cells.The digestive tract is made up of the esophagus (food tube), stomach, large and small intestines, liver, pancreas, and the gallbladder
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