Cholekinetic
Cholekinetic
Cholekinetic (pronunciation: koh-leh-kih-net-ik) is a term used in the field of medicine to describe a substance or drug that stimulates the contraction of the gallbladder, thereby promoting the flow of bile into the small intestine. The term is derived from the Greek words "chole" meaning bile, and "kinetic" meaning movement.
Etymology
The term "Cholekinetic" is derived from two Greek words. "Chole" (χολή) which means bile, and "kinetic" (κίνηση) which means movement. Thus, the term literally translates to "bile movement".
Usage
Cholekinetic agents are used in the treatment of various gallbladder diseases such as cholecystitis, cholelithiasis, and biliary dyskinesia. These agents work by stimulating the contraction of the gallbladder, which in turn promotes the flow of bile into the small intestine. This helps in the digestion of fats and the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.
Related Terms
- Cholecystokinin: A hormone that stimulates the contraction of the gallbladder and the release of pancreatic enzymes into the small intestine.
- Choleretic: A substance that stimulates the liver to produce more bile.
- Cholestasis: A condition in which the flow of bile from the liver is slowed or stopped.
- Cholecystectomy: A surgical procedure to remove the gallbladder.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cholekinetic
- Wikipedia's article - Cholekinetic
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