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DictionarySeelawCourvoisier's law
Courvoisier's lawDisease processes associated with prior inflammation of the gallbladder (e.g., gallstones) produce scarring, which prevents enlargement of the gland. When the common bile duct is obstructed by cancer, the gallbladder becomes palpably dilated. See: Courvoisier's signSee also: Courvoisier, Ludwig Georg |