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Case: Suspected acute cholecystitis with normal blood tests

A 40-year-old woman presents with right upper quadrant pain. Despite normal laboratory results, acute cholecystitis is suspected and bedside ultrasound is performed.

1. List four positive ultrasound findings that suggest cholecystitis. 4 marks

2. Complete the table with two reasons for false positive and two reasons for false negative ultrasound findings specific to cholecystitis. 4 marks

Ultrasound confirms cholecystitis and the patient is admitted to the ward for lap cholecystectomy.

3. List four complications specific to laparoscopic cholecystectomy that may lead to ED presentation post-discharge. 4 marks

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Case: Suspected acute cholecystitis with normal blood tests

1. List four positive ultrasound findings that suggest cholecystitis. 4 marks

2. Complete the table with two reasons for false positive and two reasons for false negative ultrasound findings specific to cholecystitis. 4 marks

3. List four complications specific to laparoscopic cholecystectomy that may lead to ED presentation post-discharge. 4 marks

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