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Immediate medical evaluation
- Advise urgent consultation with a gastroenterologist or surgeon for assessment and management of the CBD stone.
Diagnostic tests
- Recommend imaging like MRCP or ERCP to confirm stone location and assess bile duct obstruction.
Treatment options
- Discuss possible ERCP with stone removal or surgery, considering heart and kidney conditions.
Coordination with cardiology and nephrology
- Emphasize the need to involve cardiologist and nephrologist to optimize management and minimize risks.
Monitoring and follow-up
- Outline importance of close monitoring for complications like cholangitis or pancreatitis and follow-up care.
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