Narayana Hospital, Guwahati
Gallbladder & Bile Duct Disorders

Gallstones (Cholelithiasis)

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 Gallstones?

Gallstones are hardened deposits that form inside the gallbladder. Many people remain symptom-free, but gallstones can sometimes block the flow of bile, leading to severe abdominal pain, infection, jaundice, pancreatitis, or other complications.

Common Signs & Symptoms

Sudden pain in the upper right abdomen
Pain after fatty meals
Nausea or vomiting
Pain radiating to the back or right shoulder
Some patients have no symptoms

Common Causes & Risk Factors

Female gender
Increasing age
Obesity
Pregnancy
Diabetes
Family history

How is it diagnosed?

1Abdominal Ultrasound
2Blood Tests
3MRCP (when indicated)
4CT Scan (selected patients)

Treatment

Observation for asymptomatic gallstones
Pain management
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
ERCP if stones migrate into the bile duct

Why early diagnosis matters

Timely treatment prevents complications such as acute cholecystitis, jaundice, pancreatitis, and cholangitis.

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