Cholangitis

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Cholangitis

Cholangitis (/koʊlənˈdʒaɪtɪs/; from Greek cholē, "bile" + -angitis, "inflammation of a vessel") is an inflammation of the bile duct system. The bile duct system carries bile from your liver and gallbladder to the duodenum, which is the first part of your small intestine.

Causes

Cholangitis is most commonly caused by a bacterial infection, which can occur when the duct is blocked by something, such as a gallstone or a tumor. The infection causing this condition may also spread to the liver.

Symptoms

Common symptoms of cholangitis include abdominal pain, fever, and jaundice. These symptoms are also known as Charcot's triad. Severe symptoms, known as Reynolds' pentad, include mental status changes and low blood pressure in addition to Charcot's triad.

Treatment

Treatment for cholangitis involves treating the infection with antibiotics and relieving any blockage in the bile duct. In severe cases, surgery may be required to remove the gallbladder or to drain infected bile.

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