InfektioCholangitis
InfektioCholangitis, also known as cholangitis, is a bacterial infection of the bile ducts, which are the tubes that carry bile from the liver to the small intestine. This condition is typically caused by bacteria that enter the bile ducts from the gastrointestinal tract, often as a result of gallstones or other obstructions. Cholangitis can be acute, occurring suddenly and requiring immediate medical attention, or chronic, developing over time and often associated with underlying liver diseases.
Symptoms of cholangitis may include fever, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and jaundice, a yellowing of the
Diagnosis of cholangitis usually involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, blood tests, and imaging
Prevention of cholangitis often involves managing underlying conditions that increase the risk of infection, such as