Chapter 40 - The Full Bird and Fumar de Cystica - an EM guide to the gallbladder
Always On EM - Mayo Clinic Emergency Medicine
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Evaluating Gallbladder Disorders
This chapter explores the assessment and management of gallbladder-related issues, focusing on the roles of various imaging techniques such as ultrasound and CT scans. It highlights differences in diagnostic approaches based on patient demographics, particularly emphasizing challenges in older populations. Additionally, the chapter discusses the significance of objective testing, including the HIDA scan, in guiding clinical decisions for surgical interventions.
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