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Gallbladder

Gallbladder

The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ that plays a crucial role in our digestive system. Measuring about 10 cm in length, it is comparable in size to a kiwi fruit and is located in a hollow area on the lower surface of the liver. The gallbladder's primary function is to store and concentrate bile, a fluid produced by the liver that aids in digestion.
The gallbladder's anatomy consists of three regions: the fundus, body, and neck. Extending from the neck, the cystic duct joins the common...

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Cholecystitis is inflammation of the gallbladder, most commonly caused by obstruction of the cystic duct. This blockage prevents bile from draining, leading to gallbladder distension, inflammation, and potentially serious complications. This condition may present acutely or chronically and can happen with or without gallstones.EtiologyAbout 95% of cholecystitis cases are calculous, caused by gallstones blocking the cystic duct, leading to bile accumulation and inflammation of the gallbladder...

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Liver and gallbladder diseases are a significant health concern, with prominent conditions including cirrhosis, hepatitis, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), and gallstones. Jaundice is a common manifestation of liver and biliary disease.
Cirrhosis is characterized by the scarring of hepatic lobules in the liver, which are replaced by fibrous tissue, affecting the liver's normal functioning. NAFLD, on the other hand, is caused by an excessive build-up of fat in the liver, not related to...

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Intraoperative Video Consultation Following Bile Duct Transection Facilitates Direct OR Transfer for Robotic Hepaticojejunostomy at Tertiary Center

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Duplication of the gallbladder. A case report.

G Desolneux¹, S Mucci, J Lebigot

¹Service de Chirurgie Digestive et Endocrine, CHU Angers, 49933 Angers Cedex 9, France.

Gastroenterology Research and Practice

|December 10, 2009

Summary

Gallbladder duplication, a rare congenital anomaly, can be diagnosed with imaging. Surgical treatment via laparoscopic cholecystectomy is effective for symptomatic cases, highlighting the need for surgeon awareness.

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Laparoscopic Common Bile Duct Exploration in Patients with a Previous History of Biliary Tract Surgery

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Area of Science:

Gastroenterology
Surgical Anatomy
Medical Imaging

Background:

Gallbladder duplication is an uncommon congenital anomaly.
Preoperative imaging aids in the detection of this rare condition.
Understanding associated anatomical variations is crucial for surgical planning.

Observation:

A case of symptomatic duplicated gallbladder is presented.
The patient underwent successful laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
This highlights the clinical relevance of recognizing gallbladder duplication.

Findings:

Gallbladder duplication can be accurately diagnosed using preoperative imaging studies.
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a viable treatment option for symptomatic duplicated gallbladders.
Associated anomalies of the biliary system and hepatic vasculature are frequently observed.

Implications:

Surgeons must be aware of gallbladder duplication due to potential anatomical variations.
Increased risk of common bile duct injury necessitates careful surgical technique.
Early diagnosis and surgical planning can improve patient outcomes for this rare anomaly.