Ella is diagnosed with cholelithiasis.
1. What is cholelithiasis?
Choleithiasis is when the gallbladder becomes inflamed. In most cases it is caused by gallstones that form from bile collected in the gallbladder. Stones can consist of one large stone or several small stones.
2. Explain where the organ of diagnosis is, using the terminology of body organization from chapter 1. Be as detailed in your description as possible.
The gallbladder is located in the right upper quadrant It is placed just under the liver and to the right of the stomach. When an ultra sound is used to inspect the gallbladder, it is used in the abdominal area.
3. Where would Ella’s pain be located?
Ella may experience pain in a couple different areas. Some patients
1. What is cholelithiasis?
Choleithiasis is when the gallbladder becomes inflamed. In most cases it is caused by gallstones that form from bile collected in the gallbladder. Stones can consist of one large stone or several small stones.
2. Explain where the organ of diagnosis is, using the terminology of body organization from chapter 1. Be as detailed in your description as possible.
The gallbladder is located in the right upper quadrant It is placed just under the liver and to the right of the stomach. When an ultra sound is used to inspect the gallbladder, it is used in the abdominal area.
3. Where would Ella’s pain be located?
Ella may experience pain in a couple different areas. Some patients