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Treatments Overview Articles

Gallstones
Modern advances in surgery have revolutionized the treatment of gallstones. In general, surgery is used only if you have symptoms. In the past, open cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal) was the usual procedure for uncomplicated cases. Today, a mi...
Source:ADAM
Date:June 3, 2008
Gallstones
An allergic reaction to certain foods may contribute to gallbladder attacks. These foods should be identified and removed from the diet, or at least seriously limited. Foods that might possibly bring on allergic reactions include eggs, pork, onion...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
Gallstones
One-third of all patients with gallstones never experience a second attack. For this reason many doctors advise watchful waiting after the first episode. Reducing the amount of fat in the diet or following a sensible plan of gradual weight loss ma...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine

Specific Treatments Articles

Gallbladder removal
Gallbladder removal is surgery to remove the gallbladder if it is inflamed or obstructed, if gallstones are causing pancreatitis, or if cancer is suspected.
Source:ADAM
Date:June 3, 2008
ERCP
Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is an procedure used to identify stones, tumors, or narrowing in the bile ducts. The procedure is done through an endoscope .
Source:ADAM
Date:March 8, 2008
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography
Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a technique in which a hollow tube called an endoscope is passed through the mouth and stomach to the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). This procedure was developed to examine abnormalities of the bile ducts, pancreas, and gallbladder.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer
ERCP
ERCPERCPstands forendoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography.This procedure is used to view the common bile duct to help locate and treat blockages in the duct. It may also be used to locate pancreas problems.Preparing for ERCPTalk to your doc...
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography
Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is an imaging technique used to diagnose diseases of the pancreas, liver, gallbladder, and bile ducts. It combines endoscopy and x-ray imaging.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Surgery
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography
Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a technique in which a hollow tube called an endoscope is passed through the mouth and stomach to the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). This procedure was developed to examine abnormalities of the bile ducts, pancreas, and gallbladder.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Cholecystectomy
A cholecystectomy is the surgical removal of the gallbladder. The two basic types of this procedure are open cholecystectomy and the laparoscopic approach.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Surgery
Having Cholecystectomy
Having CholecystectomyIf you have painful attacks caused by gallstones, your doctor may recommend removing your gallbladder. This surgery is calledcholecystectomy.This surgery eliminates pain and prevents future attacks.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Cholecystectomy
A cholecystectomy is the surgical removal of the gallbladder. The two basic types of this procedure are open cholecystectomy and the laparoscopic approach.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Lithotripsy
Lithotripsy is a technique that uses shock waves to break up stones that form in the kidney, bladder, ureters, or gallbladder.
Source:ADAM
Date:July 17, 2006
Lithotripsy
Lithotripsy is the use of high-energy shock waves to fragment and disintegrate kidney stones. The shock wave, created by using a high-voltage spark or an electromagnetic impulse outside of the body, is focused on the stone.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Surgery
Shock Wave Lithotripsy
Shock Wave LithotripsyPassing a kidney stone can be very painful.Shock wave lithotripsy is a treatment that helps by breaking the kidney stone into smaller pieces that are easier to pass. This treatment is also calledextracorporeal shock wave lith...
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Lithotripsy
Lithotripsy is the use of high-energy shock waves to fragment and disintegrate kidney stones . The shock wave, created by using a high-voltage spark or an electromagnetic impulse, is focused on the stone.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Lithotripsy
Lithotripsy is a therapeutic medical procedure used to disintegrate stones (calculi) in the urinary tract and kidneys . Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) uses shock waves generated outside the body and is non-invasive.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Treating Kidney Stones: Percutaneous Lithotripsy
Treating Kidney Stones: Percutaneous LithotripsyPercutaneous lithotripsy may be done before, after, or instead of other treatments. If you need this procedure, your doctor will discuss its risks and possible complications.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
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