GA is a benign gallbladder wall alteration found in 1-9% of patients. Characterized by wall thickening containing Rokitansky-Aschoff sinuses. Four main patterns: localized, segmental, annular, and diffuse. Usually asymptomatic, may cause right upper quadrant pain
Bladder develops from cloacal membrane during fetal life. By 12 weeks, adult bladder and urethra layers are recognizable. Female bladder and urethra form one tubular unit
Gallbladder is pear-shaped organ located beneath liver. Measures 7-10 cm long and 4 cm when distended. Contains three sections: fundus, body, and neck. Develops from endodermal outpouching during embryonic development
Painless palpable gallbladder with mild jaundice suggests possible gallbladder malignancy. Law states that these symptoms are unlikely due to gallstones. Principle explains gradual distention from chronic processes versus acute gallstone obstruction
Gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ located below liver on right side. Can store 30-50cc of bile and is 7-10cm long. Divided into fundus, body, and neck sections. Contains multiple layers including epithelium, muscularis, and serosa
The biliary system consists of liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. Bile is produced in liver and stored in gallbladder. Bile contains water, bile acids, cholesterol, and other substances