Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Ultrasonography study of normal gallbladder dimensions of healthy adults in India. |
| Authors: |
selim, Mohammad1, Dey, Champak Kumar2 |
| Source: |
European Journal of Cardiovascular Medicine. 2024, Vol. 14 Issue 6, p506-511. 6p. |
| Subject Terms: |
*BODY mass index, *GALLBLADDER, *REFERENCE values, *AGE groups, *MEDICAL schools |
| Abstract: |
Background: Ultrasonography is a non-invasive technique that provides reliable measurements of gallbladder dimensions, which are essential for assessing its structural integrity. Objective: To evaluate the normal dimensions of the gallbladder in healthy adults in Jalpaiguri, India, using ultrasonography, and to establish reference values based on age, sex, and body mass index (BMI). Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted from June 2023 to June 2024 at Jalpaiguri Government Medical College, Jalpaiguri. A total of 100 healthy adults (50 males and 50 females) were enrolled. Gallbladder length, width, and wall thickness were measured using ultrasonography. Correlations between gallbladder dimensions and demographic factors such as age, sex, and BMI were analyzed. Result: The average gallbladder length was 7.3 cm (±1.2 cm), width was 3.8 cm (±0.6 cm), and wall thickness was 2.3 mm (±0.4 mm). No significant difference was observed between males and females in terms of gallbladder dimensions. A positive correlation was found between BMI and gallbladder dimensions, with obese individuals presenting larger gallbladders. Gallbladder length was slightly higher in individuals aged 40 and above, constituting 35% of the study population. The largest gallbladder measurements were observed in the 35-45 age group, with an average length of 8.2 cm. Conclusion: This study provides normative data for gallbladder dimensions in the Indian population, emphasizing the need for population-specific reference ranges for accurate diagnosis of gallbladder-related conditions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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