Cholecystostomy

Cholecystostomy (pronounced: koh-leh-sis-TOS-toh-mee) is a medical procedure that involves the creation of an opening into the gallbladder. This procedure is often performed to relieve symptoms associated with gallstones or inflammation of the gallbladder, known as cholecystitis.

Etymology

The term "cholecystostomy" is derived from the Greek words "chole" meaning bile, "cyst" meaning sac, and "stomy" meaning opening. Thus, the term literally translates to "opening into the bile sac."

Procedure

During a cholecystostomy, a surgeon makes a small incision in the abdomen and inserts a tube into the gallbladder. This tube allows bile to drain out of the gallbladder, relieving pressure and reducing inflammation. The procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia.

Related Terms

Cholecystectomy: A surgical procedure to remove the gallbladder.
Cholangiography: A medical imaging technique used to visualize the bile ducts.
Cholecystitis: Inflammation of the gallbladder, often caused by gallstones.
Gallstones: Hardened deposits within the fluid in the gallbladder.

Risks and Complications

As with any surgical procedure, cholecystostomy carries certain risks, including infection, bleeding, and adverse reactions to anesthesia. There may also be complications related to the gallbladder condition itself, such as the development of biliary peritonitis if a gallstone blocks the bile duct.

External links

Medical encyclopedia article on Cholecystostomy
Wikipedia's article - Cholecystostomy

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