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What is the definition of Cholecystitis?
Cholecystitis is a term for inflammation of the gallbladder. The gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ below the liver that collects and releases digestive fluid (bile) into the small intestine. Cholecystitis can occur when there is a buildup of bile in the gallbladder, the formation of gallstones that block the opening of the gallbladder, or the presence of tumors, hepatitis, or other serious illnesses. When the gallbladder gets blocked or inflamed, it can develop a bacterial infection. Cholecystitis can be acute or chronic.
What are the symptoms of Cholecystitis?
Symptoms of cholecystitis most often occur after eating, especially after a large meal or eating fatty foods. An attack of cholecystitis may last for two or three days. Symptoms of cholecystitis may include abdominal tenderness, nausea, vomiting, fever, chills, yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes, light-colored bowel movements, abdominal bloating, severe pain in the center or upper right side of the abdomen, or pain that spreads to the right shoulder or back.
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What are the current treatments for Cholecystitis?
Treatment for cholecystitis may include fasting, antibiotics, pain medications, oral dissolution therapy to dissolve gallstones, placement of a drain to remove bile, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography to remove gallstones, or laparoscopic cholecystectomy to remove the gallbladder. After surgery, a low-fat diet is usually prescribed.
Who are the top Cholecystitis Local Doctors?
Elite in Cholecystitis
Dr. Shayan Irani
Gastroenterology
Elite in Cholecystitis
Dr. Shayan Irani
Gastroenterology
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Virginia Mason Medical Center

1100 Ninth Avenue, 
Seattle, WA 
206-624-1144
Languages Spoken:
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Shayan Irani, MD, specializes in pancreaticobiliary diseases, gastrointestinal oncology, Barrett's Esophagus, gastrointestinal stenting, endoscopic mucosal resection, submucosal dissection, radio frequency ablation and other advanced therapeutic and emerging techniques.Dr. Irani enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, the outdoors, traveling and Scuba diving. Dr. Irani is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Irani is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Subspecialty In Gastroenterology. Dr. Irani is currently accepting new patients.

Distinguished in Cholecystitis
Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein
General Surgery
Distinguished in Cholecystitis
Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein
General Surgery
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Bristol Surgical

1 Medical Park Boulevard, Suite 250W, 
Bristol, TN 
423-844-6620
Languages Spoken:
English
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Benjamin Scharfstein, MD, finds his greatest joy in witnessing the positive outcomes his patients achieve. “I love seeing my patients return after surgery, feeling much better and ready to get back to their lives and families,” he says. Inspired by his grandfather, an ophthalmologist, Dr. Scharfstein grew up in Johnson City and is thrilled to practice medicine and raise his family in the Appalachian Highlands. He has a deep appreciation for the natural beauty and community spirit of the region. Outside of his work, Dr. Scharfstein stays active in his church and enjoys spending time outdoors. Dr. Scharfstein is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Scharfstein is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

 
 
 
 
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Elite in Cholecystitis
Dr. Michel Kahaleh
Gastroenterology
Elite in Cholecystitis
Dr. Michel Kahaleh
Gastroenterology
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HMH Advanced And Therapeutic Endoscopy

186 Rochelle Avenue, 
Rochelle Park, NJ 
551-996-1817
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Michel Kahaleh is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Rochelle Park, New Jersey. Dr. Kahaleh is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Kahaleh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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What are the latest Cholecystitis Clinical Trials?
An Open-Label Study to Evaluate the Effect of Food on the Bioavailability of 4-MUST, 128 mg, Tablets and to Assess the Pharmacokinetics, Safety, and Tolerability Following Single and Multiple Dose Administration in Healthy Volunteers
An Open-Label Study to Evaluate the Effect of Food on the Bioavailability of 4-MUST, 128 mg, Tablets and to Assess the Pharmacokinetics, Safety, and Tolerability Following Single and Multiple Dose Administration in Healthy Volunteers
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: June 15, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 1

Summary: This open-label study will evaluate the effect of food on the bioavailability of a single dose of 4-MUST, tablets, 128 mg. Additionally, the study will assess the pharmacokinetics, safety, and tolerability of 4-MUST, tablets, 128 mg following both single and multiple oral dose administration.

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A COMBINATION OF RECTAL INDOMETHACIN AND COLD WATER EXPOSURE OF THE AMPULLA AFTER ERCP IS SUPERIOR TO RECTAL INDOMETHACIN ALONE IN REDUCING THE INCIDENCE OF PEP
A COMBINATION OF RECTAL INDOMETHACIN AND COLD WATER EXPOSURE OF THE AMPULLA AFTER ERCP IS SUPERIOR TO RECTAL INDOMETHACIN ALONE IN REDUCING THE INCIDENCE OF PEP
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: June 12, 2026

Summary: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) has emerged as the primary modality in the management of biliary and pancreatic disease. The complications occurring from ERCP can range from mild to fatal. Procedure related complications are Pancreatitis , Bleeding , Infections- Cholangitis, Cholecystitis , Perforations of which Post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP) is the most common serious adverse ...

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