cholangitis
[/ˌkoʊlænˈdʒaɪtɪs/]
nounfemininepl: colangites
colangite
1. Inflammation of the bile ducts, typically caused by bacterial infection, often resulting from obstruction by gallstones or tumors
The patient was diagnosed with acute cholangitis after presenting with fever, jaundice, and abdominal pain.
O paciente foi diagnosticado com colangite aguda após apresentar febre, icterícia e dor abdominal.
2. A medical condition characterized by infection and inflammation of the biliary tree
Cholangitis can be life-threatening if not treated promptly with antibiotics and drainage procedures.
A colangite pode ser potencialmente fatal se não for tratada prontamente com antibióticos e procedimentos de drenagem.
Cholangitis is a serious medical condition primarily discussed in clinical and hospital settings. The term is standardized across English and Portuguese-speaking medical communities. In Brazil, it is commonly encountered in emergency departments and is often associated with acute presentations requiring immediate intervention, particularly in populations with high gallstone prevalence.
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