Differential diagnosis of gallstone-induced complications

Authors
Ahmad, M Cheung, RC Keeffe, EB Ahmed, A
Citation
M. Ahmad et al., Differential diagnosis of gallstone-induced complications, SOUTH MED J, 93(3), 2000, pp. 261-264
Citations number
7
Categorie Soggetti
General & Internal Medicine
Journal title
SOUTHERN MEDICAL JOURNAL
ISSN journal
00384348 → ACNP
Volume
93
Issue
3
Year of publication
2000
Pages
261 - 264
Database
ISI
SICI code
0038-4348(200003)93:3<261:DDOGC>2.0.ZU;2-Z
Abstract
Early recognition and prompt intervention are the most crucial steps in the management of gallstone-induced biliary disease. Many conditions can mimic the presentation of gallstone-induced complications. Therefore, participat ion of a clinically astute physician is essential in evaluating symptoms an d interpreting diagnostic data in patients with symptomatic gallstones.