21. Gallstones gallstones. About one in ten people in Britain have gallstones, especially women,overweight people, and those who are middle aged or over. What are gallstones? http://www.digestivedisorders.org.uk/leaflets/gallston.html

Gallstones About one in ten people in Britain have gallstones, especially women, overweight people, and those who are middle aged or over. In 1995 alone there were 10,000 patients receiving hospital treatment for gallstones. Many more will have had tests or medicine for their stones and you will probably have heard of a friend or relative who has gallstones or has had an operation on the gallbladder. What are gallstones? Gallstones look like small stones or gravel, but are not as hard, and may be up to 3 centimetres across. They are usually made of cholesterol (a fat) but can include calcium salts (similar to chalk) and solids from red blood cells. They grow in the gallbladder (see diagram) and may take years to form. The gall bladder is tucked away under the liver just below the right rib cage and collects bile from the liver. Bile is important in fat digestion and mixes with the food in the intestines. After a meal the gallbladder empties the bile down a tube called the bile duct, into the intestines where it mixes with food for digestion. What is it like to have gallstones?

22. Gallstones gallstones To understand the nature of gallstones, it is helpful to first lookat the anatomy of the gallbladder and bile ducts. How Do gallstones Form? http://www.gicare.com/pated/ecdgs17.htm

Home Jackson Gastro Patient Education Gallstones To understand the nature of gallstones, it is helpful to first look at the anatomy of the gallbladder and bile ducts. The gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ that rests under the liver in the right upper abdomen. The liver produces bile, a yellow liquid needed by the intestine to help digest fat and oils. Ducts, or tubes, carry bile from the liver to the gallbladder and on to the intestine. Bile is stored in the gallbladder, which contracts periodically to force the bile into the intestine. How Do Gallstones Form? Bile is composed of a variety of chemicals, including cholesterol, salts, and certain pigments. The gallbladder absorbs water from the bile, causing it to thicken. In some people, tiny crystals form from the cholesterol and pigments. These crystals gradually grow until one or even hundreds of gallstones develop. About 80 percent of gallstones are composed of cholesterol, while the remainder are made of pigments, salts, and other chemicals. Who Develops Gallstones?

23. Infection Of Biliary Tract And Gall Stones Describes in detail how TCM practitioners in China solve gallstones with traditional strategies and herbs. http://www.tcmtreatment.com/images/diseases/biliary-stones.htm

You are browsing: Infection of billiary tract and gall stones Infection of billiary tract and gall stones are common surgical acute abdominal diseases. They include acute and chronic cholecystitis, acute and chronic cholangitis, cholelithiasis, choledocholith, hepatic duct stones, acute obstructive suppurative cholangitis, etc. As these diseases are caused and affected by one another, inflammation and stones are usually found at the same time and their clinical manifestations and treatments are similar to one other, we shall discuss them together in this section. In TCM, these kinds of diseases belong to the categories of (jaundice), (distending pain of the hypochondriac pain, (jaundice), (jaundice due to accumulation of pathogens in the chest ),etc. Main Points of Diagnosis 1.Symptoms

24. Gallstones And Their Treatment I thought gallstones always needed surgery. Can they be left alone? Can gallstonesbe treated medically? Women have 3 times the incidence of gallstones as men. http://www.wdxcyberstore.com/galandtheirt.html

I thought gallstones always needed surgery. Can they be left alone? What risk are they? Can gallstones be treated medically? Women have 3 times the incidence of gallstones as men. They are formed in the gall bladder but what else does the gall bladder do? Is is an essential organ? Gallstones can cause trouble in various ways but you want to know if the pain or symptoms you are having may be caused by gallstones. Even thought gallbladder surgery is often performed by laparoscopy now, there can be serious complications. If the doctor has told you you may have gallstones, this practical booklet will go a long way toward helping you to make an informed decision about what to do about them. Chapters include: what are gallstones, how gallstones develop, what increases the risk, how gallstones cause trouble, the symptoms, the doctor's examination, treatment of gallstones, preparing for laparoscopic surgery, the operation, recovery after surgery, and nonsurgical treatment. This 24 page booklet is written by James G. Norman MD, Assistant Professor at the University of South Florida, USA. It is published by The Health Information Network, Inc., San Ramon, CA, USA 1995. Other Products by Disease/Condition Advice-MD Bleeding-problems Breast Cancer-risk ... Vulvar-vaginal Please allow up to two weeks to receive order.

25. CDD: Gallstones The LEEDS Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. gallstones. gallstones (calculi)are formed from bile in the gallbladder. Back to Index. gallstones. http://www.limit.ac.uk/gallstones.htm

Centre for Digestive Diseases The LEEDS Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust GALLSTONES Gallstones (calculi) are formed from bile in the gallbladder. They are very common, and do not always cause problems. However, they can cause a range of minor to serious diseases. This page explains why they form, how they are diagnosed, and how they can be treated. INDEX Bile The gallbladder Gallstones What diseases can gallstones cause? ... What treatments are possible? BILE The liver is the largest gland in the body, and controls the metabolism. As a result, waste substances are released in a liquid called bile (gall). Bile includes cholesterol (in a different form to that circulating in the blood), bile pigments which colour the bile yellow-brown, and bile salts needed for digestion. The liver produces up to three cups of bile per day. Apart from getting rid of waste, bile has an essential action as a detergent to dissolve fats from food so that they can be digested properly. Bile passes through a series of tubes called the bile ducts, which lead it from the liver to the gut. About halfway down the bile duct, there is a side alley leading to the gallbladder. Back to Index THE GALLBLADDER The gallbladder is a small pear-shaped bag located beneath the liver on the right side of the abdomen.

26. GALLSTONES gallstones. gallstones are hard, round lumps of solid material usually composedof either cholesterol or bile. You may have several gallstones or just one. http://www.internetpharmacyservices.com/healthcontentpharm/ailmentsanddiseases/g

27. Gallstones gallstones are formed in the gallbladder, primarily of cholesterol.They are commonly associated with bile that contains gallstones. http://www.gnc.com/health_notes/Concern/Gallstones.htm

Gallstones Also indexed as: Cholelithiasis, Gallbladder Attacks Introduction Checklist Symptoms Treatments ... References Gallstones are formed in the gallbladder, primarily of cholesterol. They are commonly associated with bile that contains excessive cholesterol, a deficiency of other substances in bile (bile acids and lecithin ), or a combination of these factors. Checklist for Gallstones Rating Nutritional Supplements Herbs Wheat bran Betaine HCl Phosphatidylcholine Vitamin C Milk thistle ... Peppermint oil See also: Homeopathic Remedies for Gallstones Reliable and relatively consistent scientific data showing a substantial health benefit. Contradictory, insufficient, or preliminary studies suggesting a health benefit or minimal health benefit. An herb is primarily supported by traditional use, or the herb or supplement has little scientific support and/or minimal health benefit. What are the symptoms of gallstones? Gallstone attacks cause extreme pain in the upper-right quarter of the abdomen, often extending to the back. This pain can be accompanied by nausea and vomiting. How is it treated?

28. Gallstones (Cholelithiasis) gallstones (Cholelithiasis). gallstones are concretions that form in the biliarysystem, usually the gallbladder. About 90% of gallstones are of this type. http://arbl.cvmbs.colostate.edu/hbooks/pathphys/digestion/liver/gallstones.html

Digestion Index Glossary Gallstones (Cholelithiasis) Gallstones are concretions that form in the biliary system, usually the gallbladder. Although rarely recognized in animals, they affect a very large number of people. In the US alone, it is estimated that about 20 million people have gallstones at any given time, resulting in expeditures of about $5 billion for diagnosis and treatment. A majority of cases are asymptomatic, but signs in clinicially affected patients range from mild abdominal pain or minor "indigestion" to excrutiating pain, often manifest at night. There are two major types of gallstones, which seem to form due to distinctly different pathogenetic mechanisms. Cholesterol Stones About 90% of gallstones are of this type. These stones can be almost pure cholesterol or mixtures of cholesterol and substances such as mucin. Stones recovered at surgery range from about 5 mm to greater than 25 mm in diameter. The key event leading to formation and progression of cholesterol stones is precipitation of cholesterol in bile. Unesterified cholesterol is virtually insoluble in aqueous solutions and is kept in solution in bile largely by virtue of the detergent-like effect of bile salts. This is however a rather precarious situation and several factors can tip the balance in favor of precipitation, including:

29. Gallstones gallstones. What are gallstones? gallstones are pieces of solid materialthat form in the gallbladder. gallstones Who gets gallstones? Those http://www.4woman.gov/faq/gallstones.htm

Search our database by Health Topic or enter your own keywords GALLSTONES What are gallstones? Who gets gallstones? How do you know if you have gallstones? Why are gallstones a health threat? ... Are gallstones and kidney stones the same thing? What are gallstones? Gallstones are pieces of solid material that form in the gallbladder. Gallstones form when substances in the bile, primarily cholesterol and bile pigments, form hard, crystal-like particles. Risk factors for gallstones include obesity ; a large clinical study showed that being even moderately overweight increases one's risk for developing gallstones. This is probably true because obesity tends to cause excess cholesterol in bile, low bile salts, and decreased gallbladder emptying. Very low calorie, rapid weight-loss diets, and prolonged fasting, seem to also cause gallstone formation. No clear relationship has been proven between diet and gallstone formation. However, low-fiber, high-cholesterol, high protein diets, and diets high in starchy foods have been suggested as contributing to gallstone formation. Who gets gallstones?

30. Gallstones gallstones can be helped with proper nutrition have a look at what is helpful,and where to get it. gallstones may dealt with by the following multivitamin http://www.zestrsa.co.za/treatment/treatment-gallstones.htm

gallstones treatment a variety of illnesses, diseases and problems can be helped by using vitamin, mineral and nutritional supplements - and on this page, and accompanying pages, we try to bring you a selection of nutritional ingredients, including vitamins and other nutritional ingredients that may benefit your particular problem. These suggestions must not be seen as an alternative to medical treatment or medical advise, and if in doubt, please consult your registered medical professional. Left untreated these problems can have a ripple effect and cause other situations to become more problematic - if you are interested in helping your body to fight this particular problem, have a look at the suggestions below, which could be beneficial to you. gallstones may dealt with by the following: multivitamin fat soluble vitamins water soluble vitamins minerals ... taurine For dosage of the individual ingredients, simply click here , and follow the hyperlink to the specific page dealing with that ingredient. Although extra supplements may assist greatly with a particular problem, keep in mind that you should always follow a balanced diet, and that moderate exercise and sufficient water will also improve your nutritional status.

31. Gallstones - Page 1 Print this page gallstones occur commonly. Approximately 25 million casesare present any particular time. All gallstones may become calcified. http://www.gastromd.com/education/gallstones.html

Home Dr. Jensen Dr. Lozoff General Info ... Print this page Gallstones occur commonly. The incidence is approximate one million cases per year. Approximately 25 million cases are present any particular time. All gallstones may become calcified. The cholesterol stone is the most common. It is usually larger (2.5 cm) and may be present in either solitary or multiple numbers. Approximately 10 percent of the American population have gallstones. In the past, it was extremely common for patients with gallstones to have immediate gallbladder surgery. However, with the development of ultrasound examinations of the biliary tract, it has been shown that many patients do not have any symptoms even when gallstones are present. Gallstones, in this situation, should be observed. The patient should have further evaluation when symptoms develop. If a patient develops symptomatic gallstones, there may be pain in the right upper abdomen which may (or may not) radiate to the right shoulder or to the right scapula (shoulder blade). Also, darkened urine and whitish stools are characteristic of an acute attack of gallstones. Gallstones may migrate into the common bile duct causing a condition called choledocholithiasis (common bile duct stones). If common duct stones are identified, an ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangio Pancreatogram) is usually performed by the gastroenterologist before surgery. The danger of choledocholithiasis (gallstones in the common bile duct) is the development of infection in the bile ducts and gallstone pancreatitis.

32. Gallstones Click here for nutrition table for 7,248 foods. gallstones. Cholesterol stones accountfor about 80 percent of gallstones in the United States. http://www.hoptechno.com/book18.htm

(posted by Hopkins Technology) Page sponsored by Click here for nutrition table for 7,248 foods. Gallstones U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Public Health Service National Institutes of Health What Does the Gallbladder Do? The gallbladder is a small pear-shaped sac located beneath the liver on the right side of the abdomen. The gallbladder's primary function is to store and secrete bile into the intestine at the proper time to aid in digestion. The gallbladder is connected to the liver and the small intestine by a series of ducts that transport bile. Collectively, these ducts are called the biliary system. Bile is a yellowish fluid produced by the liver and is made up of soap-like chemicals that keep the cholesterol in the gallbladder in liquid form. The liver can produce as much as three cups of bile in 1 day, and at any one time, the gallbladder can store up to a cup of bile. [INSERT DIAGRAM OF GALL BLADDER] Cholesterol stones...account for about 80 percent of gallstones in the United States. As food passes from the stomach into the small intestine, the gallbladder contracts and sends its stored bile into the intestine through the common bile duct. Once in the intestine, bile helps to digest and absorb the fats from food that has been broken down by enzymes secreted from the pancreas and the intestine.

33. Gallstones 90. gallstones AND LAPAROSCOPIC CHOLECYSTECTOMY National Institutes of HealthConsensus Development Conference Statement September 1416, 1992. http://members.tripod.com/~Dietman2/gallstns.html

90. GALLSTONES AND LAPAROSCOPIC CHOLECYSTECTOMY National Institutes of Health Consensus Development Conference Statement September 14-16, 1992 This statement was originally published as: Gallstones and Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy, NIH Consens Statement 1992 Sep 14-16;10(3):1-20. For making bibliographic reference to the statement in the electronic form displayed here, it is recommended that the following format be used: Gallstones and Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy, NIH Consens Statement Online 1992 Sep 14-16 [cited year month day];10(3):1-20. ABSTRACT Among their findings, the panel concluded that (1) most patients who experience symptoms of gallstones should be treated; (2) in comparison with open cholecystectomy, laparoscopic cholecystectomy provides a safe and effective treatment for most patients with symptomatic gallstones and has become the treatment of choice for many patients; (3) patients who are not good candidates for laparoscopic cholecystectomy include those with generalized peritonitis, septic shock from cholangitis, severe acute pancreatitis, endstage cirrhosis of the liver, and gallbladder cancer; (4) laparoscopic cholecystectomy decreases pain and disability without increasing mortality and morbidity and can be performed at an equal or lower cost than open cholecystectomy; and (5) every effort should be made to ensure that surgeons performing laparoscopic cholecystectomy are properly trained and credentialed.

34. Gallstones SAND MOUNTAIN SURGICAL ASSOCIATES gallstones. Surgery. Surgery to remove thegallbladder is the most common way to treat symptomatic gallstones. http://sandmountainsurgical.com/Gallstones.htm

HOME SURGEONS SAND MTN BRINDLEE MTN ... FAMILY SAND MOUNTAIN SURGICAL ASSOCIATES GALLSTONES Surgery Surgery to remove the gallbladder is the most common way to treat symptomatic gallstones. (Asymptomatic gallstones usually do not need treatment.) Each year more than 500,000 Americans have gallbladder surgery. The surgery is called cholecystectomy. The standard surgery is called laparoscopic cholecystectomy. For this operation, the surgeon makes several tiny incisions in the abdomen and inserts surgical instruments and a miniature video camera into the abdomen. The camera sends a magnified image from inside the body to a video monitor, giving the surgeon a closeup view of the organs and tissues. While watching the monitor, the surgeon uses the instruments to carefully separate the gallbladder from the liver, ducts, and other structures. Then the cystic duct is cut and the gallbladder removed through one of the small incisions. Because the abdominal muscles are not cut during laparoscopic surgery, patients have less pain and fewer complications than they would have had after surgery using a large incision across the abdomen. Recovery usually involves only one night in the hospital, followed by several days of restricted activity at home.

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36. Gallstones gallstones, Cholecystitis, cholelithiasis, choledocholithiasis, cholangitis,gallstone ileus. gallstones. . Gallstone a calculus http://www.med-help.net/Gallstones.html

Gallstones Gallstone: a calculus formed in the gallbladder or bile duct. Gallbladder and biliary tract disorders: includes Cholecystitis cholelithiasis, choledocholithiasis cholangitis , and gallstone ileus Gallbladder and biliary tract disorders are common and frequently painful conditions that usually require surgery and may be life-threatening. Usually they often accompany calculus deposition and inflammation. Gallbladder and duct diseases usually occur in middle age. They are more common in women, but incidence in both sexes becomes equal after age 50. Cholecystitis: acute or chronic inflammation of the gallbladder is usually associated with a gallstone impacted in the cystic duct, causing painful distention of the gallbladder. Prognosis is good with treatment. The acute form is most common during middle age; the chronic form, among the elderly. Cholangitis: infection of the bile duct. It is commonly associated with choledocholithiasis (calculi in the common bile duct) and may follow percutaneous (performed through the skin) transhepatic cholangiography (radiography of the bile ducts). Widespread inflammation may cause fibrosis and stenosis of the common bile duct and biliary radicles. Prognosis for the rare condition is poor- stenosing or primary sclerosing cholangitis is almost always fatal. Cholelithiasis: stones or calculi in the gallbladder (gallstones), results from changes in bile components. It is the leading biliary tract disease, affecting over 20 million Americans, and accounts for the third most common surgical procedure performed in the United States. (Cholecystectomy)

37. Gallstones The attacks frequently occur when gallstones block the bile duct. gallstones. Theattacks frequently occur when gallstones block the bile duct. http://www.hollandandbarrett.com/Concern/Gallstones.htm

Gallstones Also indexed as: Cholelithiasis Gallbladder attacks cause extreme pain in the upper-right quarter of the abdomen, often moving to the back. This pain can be accompanied by nausea and vomiting. The attacks frequently occur when gallstones block the bile duct. Gallstones are formed in the gallbladder, primarily of cholesterol. They are commonly associated with bile that contains excessive cholesterol, a deficiency of other substances in bile (bile acids and lecithin), or a combination of these factors. Conventional treatment options: The most common medical treatment for gallstones is surgical removal of the gallbladder (cholecystectomy). Alternatively, bile acids (ursodeoxycholic acid and chenodeoxycholic acid) are used to try to dissolve the gallstones. Mechanical shock waves (lithotripsy) may also be applied to break up the stones. Unfortunately, gallstones commonly recur following these nonsurgical forms of treatment. Dietary changes that may be helpful: Cholesterol is the primary ingredient in most gallstones. Some, but not all

38. What Are Gallstones? gallstones are collections of hard, solid material that form in the gallbladder. Themedical name for gallstones is cholelithiasis (KOLe-lee-thigh-e-sis). http://yourmedicalsource.com/library/gallstones/GS_whatis.html

Gallstones Place mouse pointer over this symbol for definition. What Are Gallstones? What Are The Symptoms Of Gallstones? How Do Gallstones Cause Illness? Who Is At Risk For Gallstones? ... Additional Sources Of Information Other helpful websites: Yahoo! Health WebMD NIH What Are Gallstones? Gallstones are collections of hard, solid material that form in the gallbladder . Some may be the size of a grain of sand, or they may be crystals that can be seen only with a microscope. Others may be the size of a golf ball. People can develop just one large stone, hundreds of smaller stones, or combinations of both. The medical name for gallstones is cholelithiasis (KOL-e-lee-thigh-e-sis). Gallstones are one of several kinds of stones, or calculi, that can form in the body. Stones also develop in other hollow organs or ducts in the body. Kidney stones, for instance, may occur in the kidneys, urinary bladder, or urinary ducts. What Is The Gallbladder? The gallbladder is a hollow, pear-shaped organ with tough, muscular walls. It is located in the upper right-hand part of the abdomen , just beneath the liver . The gallbladder is about 3 to 4 inches long and 1 inch wide. It is connected to the liver small intestine , and pancreas by small tubes, or ducts. The function of the gallbladder is to store

39. Gallstones gallstones. We always hear about the benefits of maintaining a healthy weight.Here's another. But when it comes to gallstones, there's a catch. http://www.stayinginshape.com/3osfcorp/libv/i22.shtml

HEART CANCER WOMEN CHILDREN ... LOOK IT UP Gallstones We always hear about the benefits of maintaining a healthy weight. Here's another. People who maintain a healthy weight are less likely to develop gallstones, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). But when it comes to gallstones, there's a catch. Someone who is already overweight and who quickly loses weight, especially through severe calorie restriction, is actually increasing their risk of gallstones. What are gallstones What are gallstones exactly? Basically, they're clusters of solid materials, mostly cholesterol (Read about " Cholesterol "), that form in the gallbladder, an organ that lies beneath the liver and stores a substance called bile that helps with digestion. Bile helps to break down fat and eliminate excess cholesterol, according to NIDDK. But if the bile gets too saturated with cholesterol, gallstones can form. According to the American Gastroenterological Association, gallstone disease affects 10 to 15 percent of the population of the United States or more than 25 million people, although most are unaware of it because they have what's called "silent" gallstones which produce no symptoms. Some people, though, have symptomatic gallstones, which can cause pain, hospitalization, and even be life-threatening. One of the reasons could be that the gallstone is blocking the secretions from the pancreas, causing acute pancreatitis. (Read about "

40. Gallstones gallstones. We always hear about the benefits of maintaining a healthy weight.Here's another. But when it comes to gallstones, there's a catch. http://www.stayinginshape.com/3chsbuffalo/libv/i22.shtml

Hospitals Nursing Homes Primary Care ... Search Topics Gallstones We always hear about the benefits of maintaining a healthy weight. Here's another. People who maintain a healthy weight are less likely to develop gallstones, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). But when it comes to gallstones, there's a catch. Someone who is already overweight and who quickly loses weight, especially through severe calorie restriction, is actually increasing their risk of gallstones. What are gallstones What are gallstones exactly? Basically, they're clusters of solid materials, mostly cholesterol (Read about " Cholesterol "), that form in the gallbladder, an organ that lies beneath the liver and stores a substance called bile that helps with digestion. Bile helps to break down fat and eliminate excess cholesterol, according to NIDDK. But if the bile gets too saturated with cholesterol, gallstones can form. According to the American Gastroenterological Association, gallstone disease affects 10 to 15 percent of the population of the United States or more than 25 million people, although most are unaware of it because they have what's called "silent" gallstones which produce no symptoms. Some people, though, have symptomatic gallstones, which can cause pain, hospitalization, and even be life-threatening. One of the reasons could be that the gallstone is blocking the secretions from the pancreas, causing acute pancreatitis. (Read about "

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