Cholecystography
Cholecystography
Cholecystography (pronounced: koh-leh-sis-TOG-rah-fee) is a medical imaging procedure used to examine the gallbladder and bile ducts for the presence of gallstones or other abnormalities.
Etymology
The term "cholecystography" is derived from the Greek words "chole" meaning bile, "cystis" meaning bladder, and "graphy" meaning writing or recording.
Procedure
Cholecystography involves the administration of a contrast medium, usually orally, which is absorbed by the body and excreted into the bile. This contrast medium allows the gallbladder and bile ducts to be visualized on an X-ray. The patient is then asked to lie still while the X-ray images are taken.
Related Terms
- Cholecystitis: Inflammation of the gallbladder.
- Cholelithiasis: The presence of gallstones in the gallbladder.
- Cholangiography: A similar procedure that visualizes the bile ducts.
- Gallbladder: A small organ that stores bile produced by the liver.
- Bile Ducts: Tubes that carry bile from the liver to the gallbladder and small intestine.
Risks and Complications
As with any medical procedure, cholecystography carries some risks. These may include allergic reactions to the contrast medium, exposure to radiation, and in rare cases, injury to the gallbladder or bile ducts.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cholecystography
- Wikipedia's article - Cholecystography
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