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Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Embryology

Background:

  • Gallbladder (GB) anatomical variations can arise from embryonic developmental arrests.
  • Abnormal gallbladder positioning is uncommon but can complicate diagnosis and treatment.
  • Hepatic masses and gallbladder pathology can coexist, necessitating comprehensive imaging.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a case of a ptotic gallbladder with stones and coexisting hepatic masses.
  • To highlight the utility of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in evaluating complex anatomical variations.
  • To demonstrate how advanced imaging aids surgical planning for abnormally located gallbladders.

Main Methods:

  • A 63-year-old female patient underwent abdominal ultrasonography (US) and computed tomography (CT) for liver lesions.
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) was performed for further characterization of hepatic masses and gallbladder.
  • Diagnostic imaging findings were correlated with clinical presentation for diagnosis.

Main Results:

  • MRI revealed lobulated heterogenous masses in both liver lobes, suspected hemangiomas.
  • The liver's inferior pole extended into the pelvic space.
  • The gallbladder was identified in the upper pelvic space, diagnosed as ptotic, containing sludge and stones.

Conclusions:

  • Ptotic gallbladder with stones can occur in conjunction with hepatic masses.
  • MRI is invaluable for precisely localizing abnormally positioned gallbladders and associated pathologies.
  • Accurate pre-operative imaging, particularly MRI, is essential for successful surgical management of complex gallbladder cases.