Narayana Hospital, Guwahati
Gallbladder & Bile Duct Disorders

Common Bile Duct Stones (Choledocholithiasis)

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 are Common Bile Duct Stones?

Sometimes gallstones leave the gallbladder and become lodged in the common bile duct, obstructing the normal flow of bile. This can lead to jaundice, infection, pancreatitis, and liver damage if left untreated.

Common Signs & Symptoms

Jaundice
Dark urine
Pale stools
Upper abdominal pain
Fever (if infection develops)

Common Causes & Risk Factors

Gallstones
Previous gallbladder disease
Dilated bile ducts

How is it diagnosed?

1Liver Function Tests
2Abdominal Ultrasound
3MRCP
4Endoscopic Ultrasound (selected patients)

Treatment

ERCP with stone removal
Temporary biliary stenting (when required)
Laparoscopic gallbladder removal after ERCP

Why early diagnosis matters

Prompt removal of bile duct stones prevents cholangitis, pancreatitis, and permanent liver damage.

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