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Intraluminal gallbladder lesions 1. Gallstones —single or multiple, small or large. ~80% are radiolucent on plain film, but ~80% are visible on CT. Often calcified, may contain central fat or gas. Typically mobile, but can be adherent to the GB…

Pneumoperitoneum Plain film signs include: Erect CXR —free gas under diaphragm or liver. Can detect 10 ml of gas. Takes 10 minutes for all gas to rise. Supine AXR —most sensitive signs are often in the right upper quadrant. Gas outlines…