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Cholecystography is a diagnostic imaging test used to visualize the gallbladder and bile ducts. The test involves the use of contrast agents, which are substances that are opaque to X-rays and can be seen on imaging studies. There are two types of cholecystography:
Cholecystography is used to evaluate the gallbladder and bile ducts for abnormalities such as gallstones, tumors, or inflammation. It may be used to diagnose conditions such as cholecystitis, cholangitis, and biliary dyskinesia.
While cholecystography can be a useful diagnostic tool, it is not without risks. Possible risks of cholecystography include allergic reactions to the contrast agent, kidney damage, and radiation exposure. Your healthcare provider will weigh the risks and benefits of the test before recommending it to you.
Other imaging tests, such as ultrasound, CT scan or MRI, are often used instead of cholecystography for evaluating the gallbladder and bile ducts due to their lower risk and higher diagnostic accuracy.