Diseases
29 Oct 2003
Dubin-Johnson syndrome and Rotor syndrome (hyperbilirubinaemia)
Dubin-Johnson syndrome and Rotor syndrome are congenital conditions which impair bilirubin excretion, and the transport of oxygen in the blood.
Diseases
28 Sep 2003
Cholecystitis (gallbladder inflammation)
Cholecystitis refers to inflammation of the gallbladder. It is typically a complication of gallstones, a condition which affects 10-20% of people.
Diseases
26 Sep 2003
Common bile duct stone (choledocholithiasis; cholangitis; obstructive jaundice)
Choledocholithiasis or bile duct stone refers to the passage of gallstones into the bile duct. The gallstones obstruct the bile duct, causing jaundice.
Diseases
26 Sep 2003
Portal hypertension (including oesophageal varices)
Portal hypertension is high blood pressure in the portal veins of the liver. It occurs when blood vessels in the liver become blocked.
Diseases
26 Sep 2003
Pseudomembranous colitis (antibiotic-associated diarrhoea; Clostridium difficile colitis)
Pseudomembranous colitis, also known as antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, refers to inflammation of the colon caused by bacteria, often due to antibiotics.
Diseases
26 Sep 2003
Diverticular disease (diverticulosis; diverticulitis)
Diverticulosis or diverticular disease of the colon is characterised by pouches in the lining of the large bowel which get blocked, causing inflammation.
Diseases
21 Sep 2003
Pancreatitis: Acute
Acute pancreatitis or inflammation of the pancreas is thought to be caused by activation of digestive hormones within the pancreas.
Diseases
21 Sep 2003
Pancreatitis: Chronic
Chronic pancreatitis refers to hardening and inflammation of the pancreas. It is associated with excessive alcohol consumption and causes abdominal pain.
Diseases
21 Sep 2003
Achalasia
Achalasia is a gastrointestinal disorder. The oesophagus valve tightens, preventing food from passing to the stomach. Achalasia treatment includes surgery.
