Biliary microlithiasis

Case contributed by Bruno Di Muzio
Diagnosis certain

Patient Data

Age: 75 years
Gender: Male
  • Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.

CT A/P

ct

Multiple gallstones in gallbladder measuring less than 3.0 mm.

Case Discussion

The term ‘biliary microlithiasis’ was coined to describe gallstones of <3 mm in diameter. 

Some data show that small gallstones carry a higher risk of causing pancreatitis than large ones 1.

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