Narayana Hospital, Guwahati
Gallbladder & Bile Duct Disorders

Acute Cholangitis

Comprehensive Care for Gallbladder & Bile Duct Disorders

The gallbladder stores bile produced by the liver, while the bile ducts transport bile to the intestine to aid digestion. Disorders affecting the gallbladder and bile ducts can cause abdominal pain, jaundice, fever, infection, pancreatitis, or digestive problems. Early diagnosis and timely treatment are essential to prevent serious complications. Dr. Dipankar Das provides comprehensive evaluation and management of gallbladder and biliary disorders, including advanced endoscopic procedures such as ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography) for the diagnosis and treatment of bile duct diseases.

What is Acute Cholangitis?

Acute cholangitis is a serious bacterial infection of the bile ducts, usually caused by blockage from bile duct stones or strictures. It is a medical emergency requiring urgent treatment.

Common Signs & Symptoms

Fever with chills
Jaundice
Upper abdominal pain
Confusion (severe cases)
Low blood pressure (advanced infection)

Common Causes & Risk Factors

Common bile duct stones
Biliary strictures
Bile duct tumours
Previous biliary procedures

How is it diagnosed?

1Blood Tests
2Blood Cultures
3Liver Function Tests
4Ultrasound
5MRCP or CT Scan

Treatment

Intravenous antibiotics
Emergency ERCP for biliary drainage
Biliary stenting (when required)
Surgery (selected patients)

Why early diagnosis matters

Acute cholangitis is potentially life-threatening. Early drainage of the blocked bile duct significantly improves survival.

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Consult Dr. Dipankar Das at Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Guwahati or visiting consultation centres across Assam.

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