What is Cholecystopancreatitis?

Description of the disease

Cholecystopancreatitis is an inflammatory disease that affects the gallbladder and pancreas. It usually occurs due to the formation of stones in the bile ducts, leading to a disruption of bile and food flow, as well as tissue inflammation.

Classification

• Acute cholecystopancreatitis
• Chronic cholecystopancreatitis

Symptoms

• Pain in the right hypochondrium
• Nausea and vomiting
• Jaundice of the skin and sclera
• Changes in urine and stool color

Causes

The main causes of cholecystopancreatitis are dietary violations, obesity, alcohol intoxication, the presence of stones in the bile ducts, infections, and genetic predisposition.

Diagnostics

For diagnostics, ultrasound examination, computed tomography, biochemical blood and urine tests are used.

Treatment

Treatment may include drug therapy, diet, stone removal, and sometimes surgical intervention is required.

Prevention

For prevention, it is recommended to lead a healthy lifestyle, eat properly, and avoid excessive alcohol consumption.

Doctor

Gastroenterologist treats cholecystopancreatitis.