POCUS Made Easy: Gallbladder
The Gallbladder Ultrasound Exam in the Emergency Department can be used for patients with abdominal pain or jaundice to help in the diagnosis of: Biliary Colic, Cholecystitis or Ascending Cholangitis.
The Gallbladder assessments involves looking for: Sonographic Murphy’s sign, Gallstones, Thickened Gallbladder Wall, Pericholecystic Fluid, and a dilated CBD.
The below video explains how to perform the Gallbladder Ultrasound Exam.
References and Further reading
- Combs J, Posaw L. POCUS of the Gallbladder: Always in Style. FCEP
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MBChB FACEM CCPU. Emergency Physician at Bendigo Hospital and Royal Melbourne Hospital, Victoria. Australia.
I studied in Scotland before completing my Emergency Medicine training in Melbourne. I have a big interest in point-of-care ultrasound use and training in Emergency Medicine. I'm also interested in Choosing Wisely and sustainability initiatives in healthcare.
In my free time you'll find me playing tennis and soccer, or heading outdoors on camping trips.