Gallstones (PG)

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Course Curriculum
1. What are gallstones primarily composed of? *
2. What is the most common symptom of gallstones? *
3. Which imaging modality is the first-line for diagnosing gallstones? *
4. What is biliary colic? *
5. Which of the following is NOT a known risk factor for gallstones? *
6. What is the definitive treatment for symptomatic gallstones? *
7. What complication can result from gallstone migration into the common bile duct? *
8. What is Murphy's sign? *
9. Which blood test pattern may suggest gallstone-related obstruction? *
10. Which type of diet is recommended to help prevent gallstone formation? *
11. What is acute cholecystitis? *
12. Which of the following is a classic sign of acute cholecystitis? *
13. What is the initial management of acute cholecystitis? *
14. How can silent (asymptomatic) gallstones be managed? *
15. Which sex is more commonly affected by gallstones? *
16. What is a porcelain gallbladder? *
17. Which enzyme is typically raised in gallstone pancreatitis? *
18. What is a gallstone ileus? *
19. Which of the following may mimic gallstone symptoms? *
20. When should a patient with suspected gallstones be referred for surgery? *