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  • Title: The role of 99mTc HIDA cholescintigraphy in the diagnosis of acute gallbladder disease: comparison with oral cholecystography and ultrasonography.
    Author: Dykes EH, Wilson N, Gray HW, McArdle CS.
    Journal: Scott Med J; 1986 Jul; 31(3):170-3. PubMed ID: 3541202.
    Abstract:
    Fifty-four patients with suspected acute cholecystitis underwent 99mTc HIDA cholescintigraphy, ultrasonography and oral cholecystography. The correct diagnosis was reached in 49 patients by cholescintigraphy (91%) in 35 (65%) by ultrasonography and in 45 (83%) by oral cholecystography. 99mTc HIDA cholescintigraphy provides a rapid accurate diagnosis with minimal discomfort to the patient and is the investigation of choice for patients with symptoms of acute gallbladder disease, particularly if early cholecystectomy is to be considered.
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