Холедохолитиаз (Choledocholithiasis)

Choledocholithiasis, or the presence of stones inside the common bile duct, is a serious condition that can lead to various complications such as jaundice, pancreatitis and bile duct infection.

Typically, stones form in the gallbladder and then travel into the bile duct. However, they can also appear directly inside the duct itself, especially after cholecystectomy. Choledocholithiasis can manifest itself with various symptoms, such as jaundice, pain in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen, nausea, vomiting, bitterness in the mouth and others.

Various techniques can be used to diagnose choledocholithiasis, including ultrasound, computed tomography, magnetic resonance cholangiography, and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography.

Treatment for choledocholithiasis may include conservative methods, such as the use of drugs to break up stones, or surgery, which may involve removing stones through an endoscopic approach or open surgery.

In general, choledocholithiasis is a serious disease that requires timely diagnosis and treatment. If you suspect you have this condition, contact your doctor for further advice and treatment.

Choledocholithiasis is the presence of stones inside the common bile duct. Typically, stones form in the gallbladder and then travel into the bile duct; however, they can also appear directly inside the duct itself, especially after cholecystectomy.

Choledocholithiasis can lead to jaundice, pain in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen, fever, and other symptoms. Diagnosis is based on imaging (ultrasound, CT, MRI, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography). Treatment includes endoscopic or surgical stone extraction. If left untreated, choledocholithiasis can lead to the development of cholangitis, pancreatitis and other complications.