Symptomatic cholelithiasis

Background

Clinical Features

History

Physical Exam

  • Often benign; as compared to cholecystitis, usually negative Murphy's Sign

Differential Diagnosis

RUQ Pain

Diagnosis

  • Gallstones found incidentally on KUB (xrays are not sensitive).
  • Labs
    • LFT, CBC normal
  • RUQ Ultrasound
    • Sensitivity 84%, Specificity 99%


Treatment

Disposition

  • Outpatient management

See Also

References

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