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Please help me to understand report
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
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Please help me to understand report
by cricket6868, Jun 16, 2006 12:00AM
I have been going through tests for upper right sided abdominal pain.
I know I have more tests to be done but, cannot understand the ultrasound report that states one of the findings was a collapsed gallbladder.
My question is it normal to find that the gallbladder is collapsed or does this indicate somthing else?
My doctor just mentioned that I had stones and a possible hemangioma but, not the collapsed gall bladder.
Thank you in advance,
I know I have more tests to be done but, cannot understand the ultrasound report that states one of the findings was a collapsed gallbladder.
My question is it normal to find that the gallbladder is collapsed or does this indicate somthing else?
My doctor just mentioned that I had stones and a possible hemangioma but, not the collapsed gall bladder.
Thank you in advance,
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Jun 17, 2006 12:00AM
, Jun 17, 2006 12:00AM
It is difficult to say without examination.
A collapsed gallbladder can be caused by stones or a mass. Further imaging can be done with a CT scan.
Blockage of a biliary duct can also lead to a collapsed gallbladder. An MRCP to look at the ducts can be considered.
Again, I'm only speculating on the internet. I would discuss this finding with your personal physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
A collapsed gallbladder can be caused by stones or a mass. Further imaging can be done with a CT scan.
Blockage of a biliary duct can also lead to a collapsed gallbladder. An MRCP to look at the ducts can be considered.
Again, I'm only speculating on the internet. I would discuss this finding with your personal physician.
Followup with your personal physician is essential.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin, M.D.
kevinmd_
