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Biliary Colic Definition
Common names:
  • Biliary Colic
  • Choledocholithiasis
  • Cholelithiasis
  • Common Bile Duct Stone
  • Cystic Duct Stone
  • Gallstone in Bile Duct
  • Stone in the Common Bile Duct
What is biliary colic?
A person with biliary colic has pain in the right upper abdomen that is caused by the blockage of bile from the gallbladder. The most common cause for biliary colic is gallstones. Images

What are the symptoms of biliary colic?
Biliary colic pain is often severe and located in the right upper abdomen. Pain may be triggered by eating a meal that is high in fat. Images

How does the doctor treat biliary colic?
Treatment for biliary colic is usually surgical to remove the obstructing gallstones and gallbladder.

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Last Updated: Jun 2, 2009  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MDJohn H. Beckett, MDD. Scott Gettings, MD
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