Surgery 101

Gallstones

October 6, 2008

5:05 pm

In this episode, Dr Parveen Boora discusses gallstones. Topics covered include the:

  • epidemiology of gallstone disease
  • pathogenesis of gallstones
  • pathophysiology and treatment of biliary colic, cholecystitis, choledocholithiasis and cholangitis
  • history and physical exam findings
  • investigations
  • laparoscopic cholecystectomy procedure

Run time – 14:34