<gastroenterology, surgery> This term describes the presence of gallstones within the biliary tract (common bile duct). Approximately 15% of individuals with gallstones will develop stones within the common bile duct. ... Symptoms include abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. More severe cases may include fever, chills and jaundice. Bile duct ...
(ko-led″ә-ko-lĭ-thi´ә-sis) the occurrence of calculi (see cholelithiasis) in the common bile duct.
Type: Term Pronunciation: kō-led′ō-kō-lith-ī′ă-sis Definitions: 1. Presence of a stone in the common bile duct.
choledocholithiasis Presence of a gallstone in the common bile duct.