title: Diagnostic evaluation of patients with suspected cholecystitis.
abstract: In this article, imaging techniques for examining patients with suspected cholecystitis are discussed. In particular, acute cholecystitis and the roles of ultrasonography and radionuclide imaging are stressed, including each of their specific advantages and limitations.
mesh_terms: D002764:Cholecystitis / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000473:pathology; D002769:Cholelithiasis / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis; D003549:Cystic Duct; D005188:False Negative Reactions; D005189:False Positive Reactions; D005704:Gallbladder / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D011859:Radiography; D014463:Ultrasonography