Question

multiple choice question
on a plain abdominal radiograph, porcelain gallbladder typically appears as:
please select your answer...
a curvilinear calcification in the right upper quadrant
b central, faceted calcifications
c stippled calcification near the pancreas
d ring - shaped calcification in the left lower quadrant

Explanation:

Porcelain gallbladder is a condition where the gallbladder wall undergoes calcification. The gallbladder is located in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen. On a plain abdominal radiograph, the calcified gallbladder wall appears as a curvilinear (curve - like) calcification. Central, faceted calcifications are more typical of gallstones. Stippled calcification near the pancreas may be seen in conditions like chronic pancreatitis. Ring - shaped calcification in the left lower quadrant is not characteristic of porcelain gallbladder as the gallbladder is in the right upper quadrant.

Answer:

A. Curvilinear calcification in the right upper quadrant