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Rare case of gallbladder agenesis presenting with pancreatitis
Luke Thornton1, Yan Li Goh1, Mark Lipton1
1Arrowe Park Hospital, Merseyside, UK.
Insights
Gallbladder agenesis (GA), a rare congenital condition, can present with pancreatitis. This case highlights the potential coexistence of biliary and pancreatic pathologies in GA patients.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Congenital Abnormalities
- Biliary System Research
Background:
- Gallbladder agenesis (GA) is a rare congenital condition with an incidence of 0.01-0.09%.
- While often isolated, GA can be associated with various systemic malformations.
- Coexistence of biliary and pancreatic pathologies is suspected in GA.
Observation:
- This report details a second documented case of gallbladder agenesis presenting with pancreatitis.
- The patient's presentation involved complications typically associated with biliary and pancreatic system interactions.
Findings:
- The study confirms the rare association between gallbladder agenesis and pancreatitis.
- This case underscores the importance of considering pancreatic involvement in patients with GA.
Implications:
- Highlights the need for comprehensive diagnostic evaluation in patients with gallbladder agenesis.
- Contributes to understanding the spectrum of complications associated with congenital biliary tract anomalies.
- Informs clinical management strategies for rare congenital gallbladder abnormalities and associated pathologies.
Abstract:
Gallbladder agenesis (GA) is a rare congenital abnormality with an incidence of 0.01-0.09%. Majority of GA exist alone although it can be associated with other systemic malformations involving the gastrointestinal, genitourinary, cardiovascular and skeletal systems. It is thought that biliary and pancreatic pathologies coexist and this is the second case reported in the literature of GA presenting with pancreatitis.
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