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[Torsion of the gallbladder].

M J P Marjan Kruijer1, Olivier R Groh, J H D Hanneke de Bruine

  • 1Flevoziekenhuis, Almere, Afd. Chirurgie, the Netherlands. mkruijer@flevoziekenhuis.nl

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Gallbladder torsion is a rare cause of acute abdominal pain, particularly in young adults. Prompt surgical removal (cholecystectomy) offers an excellent prognosis for this condition.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Gallbladder torsion is a rare surgical emergency characterized by the twisting of the gallbladder on its vascular pedicle.
  • It most commonly affects pediatric and elderly populations, presenting with acute abdominal pain.
  • Preoperative diagnosis is challenging due to non-specific clinical and imaging findings.

Observation:

  • An 18-year-old male presented with acute right upper quadrant pain and elevated leukocytes.
  • Ultrasound revealed gallbladder hydrops and wall thickening without gallstones.
  • Laparoscopy confirmed gallbladder necrosis secondary to torsion.

Findings:

  • Laparoscopic cholecystectomy was successfully performed, resolving the patient's symptoms.
  • Gallbladder torsion is often misdiagnosed preoperatively, with diagnostic rates below 10%.
  • The condition involves the gallbladder twisting on its longitudinal axis, compromising its blood supply.

Implications:

  • Early surgical intervention via cholecystectomy is crucial for favorable outcomes.
  • Increased clinical suspicion is warranted in patients with unexplained acute abdominal pain, especially in at-risk age groups.
  • This case highlights the importance of considering rare diagnoses in emergency medicine.