Charcot's cholangitis triad
Nowadays, Charcot's cholangitis triad is a topic that has gained more and more relevance in today's society. For years, it has become a matter of interest to both experts and the general public. Its impact manifests itself in different ways, from the personal to the global level, and has generated debates and reflections on its implications. In this article, we will explore various facets of Charcot's cholangitis triad and analyze its importance in different contexts, with the aim of offering a complete and enlightening vision of this topic that is so relevant today.
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| Differential diagnosis | Ascending cholangitis |
Charcot's cholangitis triad is the combination of jaundice; fever, usually with rigors; and right upper quadrant abdominal pain. It occurs as a result of ascending cholangitis (an infection of the bile duct in the liver). When the presentation also includes low blood pressure and mental status changes, it is known as Reynolds' pentad.[1] It is named after Jean-Martin Charcot.[2]
See also
- Charcot's neurologic triad (scanning speech, intention tremor, nystagmus) – a triad described in association with multiple sclerosis
- Reynolds' pentad
References
- ^ "eMedicine - Cholangitis : Article by Homayoun Shojamanesh". November 2021.
- ^ synd/2896 at Whonamedit?
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