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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Biliary dyskinesia is a failure of proper movement of the sphincter of Oddi.
Failure of the biliary sphincter can be distinguished from the pancreatic sphincter.
Diagnosis
History and Symptoms
Physical Examination
Laboratory Findings
The initial laboratory work-up should include: liver function tests (AST, ALT and, total bilirubin), amylase, and lipase.
CT
CT scan is not helpful in gallbladder or biliary diseases. However, it is helpful in acute abdominal pain.[1]
Ultrasound
Other Imaging Findings
Other Diagnostic Studies
References
- ↑ Clark CJ (2019). "An Update on Biliary Dyskinesia". Surg Clin North Am. 99 (2): 203–214. doi:10.1016/j.suc.2018.11.004. PMID 30846030.