Second ultrasound for detecting gallbladder inflammation
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests whether doing a second ultrasound a few hours after the first one can help doctors find gallbladder inflammation (cholecystitis) earlier, which could lead to faster treatment.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You came to the emergency department with belly pain and doctors thought you might have gallbladder inflammation.
- Your first ultrasound did not show gallbladder inflammation or was unclear.
- You are still having symptoms 2 to 6 hours after the first ultrasound.
- Your doctor has asked a surgeon to see you or ordered more tests like a CT scan.
- You speak English or Spanish.
- You have not had your gallbladder removed before.
- You do not have fluid in your belly area (ascites).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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