Gallstones, MRI scan
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Gallstones, MRI scan
Gallstones. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan showing a section through the gall bladder (black, centre left) of a patient with gallstones (yellow). Gallstones are hard deposits of cholesterol or salts that cause acute pain if one becomes stuck in the outlet duct of the gall bladder. In many cases they do not cause symptoms. In severe cases, surgery to remove the stones may be required. Other treatments include the use of bile salts to dissolve the stones, or ultrasound waves to break them up. The gall bladder is 7-10 centimetres long. It lies on the right-hand-side of the body, below the liver, and stores bile, the digestive secretion produced by the liver
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Abdomen Abdominal Coronal Diagnosis Diagnostic Frontal Gall Bladder Gall Stone Hepatic Image Intestine Magnetic Resonance Imaging Patient Scan Stone Stones Condition Disorder Health Care Section Sectioned
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This print showcases a coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of gallstones in a patient's gall bladder. The image reveals a section through the abdomen, with the gall bladder prominently displayed in black at the centre left. The yellow areas represent the presence of gallstones, which are solid deposits formed by cholesterol or salts. Gallstones can cause excruciating pain if they become lodged in the outlet duct of the gall bladder. However, it is important to note that many individuals with gallstones do not experience any symptoms. In severe cases where symptoms persist or complications arise, surgical removal of the stones may be necessary. Alternatively, there are non-invasive treatments available for managing this condition. Bile salts can be used to dissolve the stones over time, while ultrasound waves can break them up into smaller fragments that can pass more easily. The gall bladder itself measures between 7-10 centimetres and is located on the right-hand side of the body beneath the liver. Its primary function is to store bile, a digestive secretion produced by the liver. This remarkable MRI scan provides valuable insight into diagnosing and understanding disorders related to this vital organ within our abdominal region. It serves as a powerful tool for medical professionals in providing accurate diagnoses and planning appropriate treatment strategies for patients suffering from gallstone-related issues.
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