Gallbladder Sonography

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Normal measurement of the distended gallbladder.

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Length: 8–12 cm; Width: 3–5 cm.

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Gallbladder wall thickness should not exceed:

Back

Normal gallbladder wall thickness is 3 mm or less.

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The main function of the gallbladder.

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The main function of the gallbladder is to store bile.

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Formation of the common bile duct (CBD).

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The common bile duct is formed when the common hepatic duct and the cystic duct merge.

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Effect of eating on the gallbladder.

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When a patient eats, the gallbladder partially or completely empties to aid digestion.

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Definition of cholecystitis.

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Cholecystitis is inflammation of the gallbladder, causing greatly thickened walls.

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Significance of Hartmann's pouch.

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Hartmann's pouch is a small outpouching near the neck of the gallbladder, often associated with gallstones.

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Gallbladder's role in digestion.

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The gallbladder releases bile into the small intestine to aid in fat digestion.

Front

Main Lobar Fissure importance.

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The main lobar fissure is a landmark for locating the gallbladder during imaging.

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Gallbladder polyps.

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Polyps are growths that can form on the gallbladder wall and typically do not cast a shadow.