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Revision as of 19:08, 21 September 2016

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Farwa Haideri [2]

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Overview

Obtaining a thorough and accurate history is the most important aspect of making a diagnosis of cholangitis. It provides insight into cause, precipitating factors, and associated comorbid conditions.

History

A complete history will help determine the appropriate therapy and prognosis. Specific areas of focus include:[1]

Symptoms

Associated symptoms can provide indications to the cause of cholangitis.[1][2]

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 Afdhal, NH; Goldman, L & Schafer, Al (2011), Goldman's Cecil Medicine (24 ed.), Philadelphia, PA: Saunders Elsevier
  2. Liu, Chi-Leung. & Fan, Sheung-Tat. (2001), Surgical Treatment: Evidence-Based and Problem-Oriented., Munich, Germany: Zuckschwerdt Verlag


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