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Ileectomy-induced Bile Overaccumulation in Mouse Intestine

Ileectomy-induced Bile Overaccumulation in Mouse Intestine

Published on: August 21, 2017

Live worm in gallbladder: a case report.

M M Rahman¹, M S Islam, M F Hussain

¹Dr Md Matiur Rahman, Associate Professor, Department of Surgery, Mymensingh Medical College Hospital, Mymensingh, Mymensingh, Bangladesh.

Mymensingh Medical Journal : MMJ

|December 3, 2013

Summary

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A rare case of Ascariasis, a common helminthic infection, involved a live Ascaris lumbricoides worm found in the gallbladder. This highlights a rare migratory pathway for the parasite beyond the small intestine.

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Ileectomy-induced Bile Overaccumulation in Mouse Intestine

Ileectomy-induced Bile Overaccumulation in Mouse Intestine

Published on: August 21, 2017

Area of Science:

Gastroenterology
Parasitology
Hepatobiliary Medicine

Background:

Ascariasis, caused by Ascaris lumbricoides, is the most prevalent helminthic infection globally.
Typically, adult Ascaris lumbricoides reside in the small intestine.
Rarely, these worms can migrate from the intestine to other organs.

Observation:

This report details an unusual case of a live Ascaris lumbricoides worm identified within the gallbladder.
The gallbladder is an uncommon site for Ascaris lumbricoides due to the narrow and tortuous cystic duct, making access difficult.

Findings:

A live Ascaris lumbricoides worm was successfully located in the gallbladder.
This finding represents a rare clinical presentation of ascariasis.

Implications:

This case underscores the potential for Ascaris lumbricoides to migrate to unexpected locations within the biliary system.
Awareness of this rare presentation is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management of gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary parasitic infections.
Further investigation into the mechanisms facilitating such rare migrations may be warranted.