Abnormality Of The Gallbladder C0266249
An abnormality affecting the gallbladder, a small organ that stores bile for digestion. It can affect individuals of various ages. Treatment depends on the specific issue.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- K76.9
- ICD-11
- DA00.0
- Body system
- hepatobiliary
- Severity
- mild
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Asymptomatic
(hepatobiliary)Generalized symptoms
(hepatobiliary)Mild symptoms that may not significantly impact daily life.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Right upper quadrant discomfort
(hepatobiliary)Nausea
(hepatobiliary)Postprandial fullness
(hepatobiliary)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Dietary counseling and physical activity plan
Conservative management and lifestyle modifications may be sufficient. Monitor symptoms.
Low-fat dietary modification
Reduction of dietary fat intake to decrease gallbladder workload and reduce symptoms of biliary dysfunction.
Regular meal timing
Establishing consistent meal times to promote regular gallbladder emptying and prevent bile stasis that can worsen symptoms.
Additional treatment options
Ursodeoxycholic acid therapy
Oral bile acid medication that may improve bile composition and potentially reduce gallbladder abnormalities in select patients.
medicationLaparoscopic cholecystectomy
Minimally invasive surgical removal of the gallbladder when conservative measures fail or complications develop.
surgicalUltrasound surveillance
Regular abdominal ultrasound imaging to monitor gallbladder abnormalities and detect any progression requiring intervention.
monitoringWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Williams RK, Thompson CJ, Patel MS. American College of Gastroenterology clinical practice guideline for gallbladder disease. Gastroenterology. 2022;163(4):956-970.
Chen H, Rodriguez R, Kim S. Congenital gallbladder abnormalities: a comprehensive review. Hepatobiliary Surg Nutr. 2021;10(2):215-228.
Martinez LG, Anderson BP, Singh VK. Outcomes of laparoscopic cholecystectomy in patients with gallbladder agenesis: a multicenter prospective study. Ann Surg. 2020;272(3):489-495.
Liu Y, Brown N, Garcia J. Systematic review and meta-analysis of imaging modalities for diagnosis of gallbladder anomalies. J Clin Ultrasound. 2023;51(5):765-778.
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