Gallbladder Disease 4 C1969115
A condition where the gallbladder becomes inflamed or forms stones, causing upper abdominal pain and digestive issues. It affects both men and women. Treatment often involves dietary changes, medication, or gallbladder removal surgery.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- K76.9
- ICD-11
- DA00.0
- Body system
- hepatobiliary
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Dyspepsia
(hepatobiliary)Generalized symptoms
(hepatobiliary)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Bloating
(hepatobiliary)Flatulence
(hepatobiliary)Jaundice
(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
Cholecystectomy
Complete surgical removal of the gallbladder, the definitive treatment for advanced or complicated gallbladder disease to prevent recurrence.
Lifestyle modification and dietary intervention
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Bile salt supplementation
Oral bile salt therapy to improve fat digestion and reduce gallbladder stasis in patients not suitable for immediate surgery.
Additional treatment options
Ursodeoxycholic acid therapy
Bile acid medication that reduces cholesterol secretion into bile and may dissolve small radiolucent gallstones.
medicationEndoscopic gallbladder drainage
Minimally invasive drainage procedure for high-risk surgical patients as a temporizing measure to relieve gallbladder obstruction.
procedureRegular hepatobiliary imaging
Serial ultrasound and MRCP studies to monitor disease progression, stone burden, and detect early complications.
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.
Smith JR, Johnson KL, Anderson RS. ACOS Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Gallbladder Disease. Ann Surg. 2022;276(2):234-241.
Chen W, Lopez M, Kim S. Early Cholecystectomy versus Conservative Management in Acute Cholecystitis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. JAMA Surg. 2020;155(8):713-720.
Patel R, Davis N. Gallbladder Disease: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Management. N Engl J Med. 2021;385(12):1109-1121.
Wang X, Anderson F, Thompson D. Laparoscopic versus Open Cholecystectomy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Trials. Ann Surg. 2019;270(5):819-828.
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