achylia

/ækˈɪliə/

Definitions

1. noun

A condition in which there is a failure or absence of gallbladder function, often characterized by an inability to secrete bile.

“The patient was diagnosed with achylia, a rare condition that affects the gallbladder’s ability to produce bile.”

Synonyms

  • bile insufficiency
  • gallbladder dysfunction

Antonyms

  • bile production
  • cholecystokinin efficacy