Inflammation of the gallbladder commonly associated with gallstones is called
A) pancreatitis.
B) cholecystitis.
C) cholelithiasis.
D) hepatitis.

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Most cholecystitis results from an obstruction of the gallbladder caused by gallstones. Trauma or other insult to the gallbladder, including infection, is occasionally the cause. Patients with longstanding gallstone disease can develop chronic cholecystitis.

Inflammation of the Gallbladder Commonly Associated with Gallstones Is Called