An illustration of the gallbladder containing numerous gallstones, as well as surrounding anatomic structures such as the pancreas and duodenum. A gallstone is formed when too much cholesterol in the bile begins to crystalize in a process known as cholelithiasis. Gallstones vary in size, shape and number, and can cause an obstruction in the biliary tract, leading to inflammatory conditions like cholecystitis or pancreatitis. | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library / Oto, Evan |
Bildgröße: | 5100 px × 3300 px |
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