Common bile duct stone

Common Bile Duct Stone

Common bile duct stone (pronunciation: /ˈkɒmən baɪl dʌkt stoʊn/), also known as choledocholithiasis (pronunciation: /koʊˌlɛdəkoʊlɪˈθaɪəsɪs/), is a medical condition characterized by the presence of gallstones in the common bile duct.

Etymology

The term "common bile duct stone" is derived from the Latin words 'communis' meaning common, 'bilis' meaning bile, 'ductus' meaning duct, and 'lapis' meaning stone. The term "choledocholithiasis" is derived from the Greek words 'chole' meaning bile, 'dochus' meaning duct, and 'lithos' meaning stone.

Definition

A common bile duct stone is a gallstone that has traveled from the gallbladder into the common bile duct, a small tube that carries bile from the gallbladder to the duodenum. This condition can lead to serious complications, such as pancreatitis and cholangitis, if not treated promptly.

Symptoms

Symptoms of common bile duct stones may include jaundice, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and fever. However, some people may not experience any symptoms.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of common bile duct stones typically involves imaging tests such as ultrasound, computed tomography (CT) scan, or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). In some cases, a procedure called endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) may be used to both diagnose and treat the condition.

Treatment

Treatment for common bile duct stones usually involves removing the stones. This can be done through ERCP, laparoscopic surgery, or open surgery. In some cases, medication may be used to dissolve the stones.

Related Terms

• Gallstone
• Common bile duct
• Pancreatitis
• Cholangitis
• Jaundice
• Abdominal pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Fever
• Ultrasound
• Computed tomography (CT) scan
• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
• Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
• Laparoscopic surgery
• Open surgery

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Common bile duct stone
• Wikipedia's article - Common bile duct stone

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