Topic:	Digestive Diseases (DD)
Title:	Acalculous Cholecystitis, Cholesterolosis, Adenomyomatosis, and Polyps of the Gallbladder.
Author:	Bilhartz, L.E.
Source:	In: Feldman, M.; Friedman, L.S.; Sleisenger, M.H. Sleisenger and Fordtran's Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease: Pathophysiology/Diagnosis/Management. 7th ed. [2-volume set]. St. Louis, MO: Saunders. 2002. p. 1116-1130.
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Abstract:	Although gallstones (cholelithiasis) and their complications account for most cholecystectomies (gallbladder removal), a persistent 15 percent of these operations are performed in patients without gallstones. In general, one of two clinically distinct syndromes occur in these patients: acalculous biliary pain or acute acalculous cholecystitis. This chapter on acalculous cholecystitis, cholesterolosis, adenomyomatosis, and polyps of the gallbladder is from a comprehensive and authoritative textbook that covers disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, biliary tree, pancreas, and liver, as well as the related topics of nutrition and peritoneal disorders. For each condition, the author considers a definition, epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, diagnostic considerations, and treatment options. The chapter includes a mini-outline with page citations, full-color illustrations, and extensive references. 5 figures. 5 tables. 201 references.
Format:	Book Chapter
Language:	English.
Major Keywords:	Digestive System Diseases. Gastroenterology. Pathophysiology. Diagnosis. Patient Care Management. Gallbladder Diseases.
Minor Keywords:	Diagnostic Tests. Professional Education. Complications. Epidemiology. Risk Factors. Pathogenesis. Symptoms. Drug Therapy. Surgery. Cholecystectomy. Patient Selection. Cholesterol. Cholecystitis. Polyps.
Publication Number:	DDBK09611
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