Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Gallstones and Bile Duct Stones

Bile duct stones are gallstones in the bile duct. They can begin in the gallbladder and move into the bile duct or they can shape in the bile duct itself. The stones can become lodged in the bile duct, causing a blockage. Gallstones and bile duct stones (also known as choledocholithiasis) are the same, just located in two different areas of the body. Stones may pass immediately out of the bile duct on their own. However, when a stone gets stuck in the bile duct, medicinal intercession is necessary, generally irritation, bacterial infection, and even extreme organ harm can happen.