# Cholecystitis --- **Cholecystitis** is an inflammation of the [[gallbladder]]. About 90% of the time it is associated with [[cholelithiasis|gallstones]]. The bile in the gallbladder can be blocked up, leading to an autolysis situation. Bad enough, this can lead to a bacterial infection and perforation, which is a *medical emergency*. ## Signs & Symptoms - pain and indigestion, especially after a fatty meal. - jaundice - n/v - anorexia - sense of fullness ## Treatment Treatment for cholecystitis consists of cutting the thing out. A **cholecystectomy** is the removal of the gallbladder. We don't really need that thing at the end of the day. 97% of the time is a [[surgery#Laparoscopic Surgery|laparoscopic surgery]]. Post-op care includes a reduction of fat in diet, though that can come back after a while. Bile is still created by the liver, it's just not stored. ___