Chronic cholecystitis is a chronic inflammation of the gallbladder wall, which is characterized by recurrent attacks of abdominal pain is sharp and superb.
CAUSE
Chronic cholecystitis caused by recurrent attacks of acute cholecystitis, which causes thickening of the gallbladder wall and gallbladder contraction. In the end unable to accommodate the gallbladder bile. The disease is more common in women and increased the number of events at the age above 40 years. Risk factor for chronic cholecystitis is the presence of previous history of acute cholecystitis.
SYMPTOMS
The onset of symptoms can be triggered by eating fatty foods.
Symptoms can include:
- Chronic digestive disorders
- Abdominal pain are not clear (vague)
- Burp.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis based on symptoms and results of examination of the following:
- CT scan of the abdomen
- Oral Kolesistogram
- Abdominal ultrasound.
TREATMENT
The usual treatment is surgery. Cholecystectomy can be performed through the abdomen or through laparoscopic surgery. Patients who have a high surgical risk because of other medical conditions, it is recommended to undergo a diet low in fat and lose weight. Can be given antacids and anticholinergic drugs.
PREVENTION
Someone who never had an attack of acute cholecystitis and gall bladder has not been appointed, should reduce the intake of fat and lose weight.
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