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Cholecystitis | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring
Cholecystitis can usually not be prevented.
Complications of cholecystitis may include:
Cholecystitis is not contagious and poses no risk to others.
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Author: Michael Peetz, MD Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN Date Reviewed: 05/31/01