[Gallstones in children].
Children of all ages may develop gallstones. Ultrasonography is the diagnostic method of choice if gallstones are suspected. In children having gallstones diagnosed as a result of ultrasonography carried out due to different indication expectant treatment is recommended. Children presenting with typical clinical signs of gallstone colic need an operation. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is the recommended choice, as data are lacking on the risk of recurrence of gallstones after cholecystolithotomy. Postoperative complications are few in otherwise healthy children.
Wewer
Anne Vibeke
AV
Børneafdelingen, H:S Hvidovre Hospital, DK-2650 Hvidovre. wewer@dadlnet.dk
Hovendal
Claus Peter
CP
Paerregaard
Anders
A
D000293:Adolescent; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D017081:Cholecystectomy, Laparoscopic; D042882:Gallstones / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D014463:Ultrasonography