Cholelithiasis

WHAT IS IT?

Cholelithiasis refers to the presence of stones in the gallbladder (gallstones). It can be asymptomatic however it can also be the cause of cholecystitis

Cholelithiasis is NOT the same as cholecystitis (although it can often cause cholecystitis, source).

 

 

Page Updated: 01.29.2017