Coronal CT image of the abdomen shows multiple gallstones (a | Figure 1

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Cincinnati Children's Radiology

Coronal CT image of the abdomen shows multiple gallstones (arrow). Cholelithiasis in children is associated with obesity. Compared to adults, children have a higher incidence of black pigment stones and calcium carbonate stones. Black pigment stones occur from hemolytic disorder such as sickle cell disease. #FridayQuizDay #FridayQuiz

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