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Gallbladder volvulus.

Zeinab AbdelMohsen Abdelrahman¹, Razana Mohd Omar¹, Salman Mirza²

¹Department of Emergency Medicine Hamad Medical Corporation Doha Qatar.

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Summary

Gallbladder volvulus is a rare condition where the gallbladder twists on its axis, compromising blood supply. This twisting, known as gallbladder torsion, requires prompt medical attention.

Keywords:

Gallbladder emergency ultrasound volvulus

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Area of Science:

Gastroenterology
Surgical Anatomy

Background:

Gallbladder volvulus is an uncommon surgical emergency.
It involves the twisting of the gallbladder on its mesentery.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe the pathophysiology and clinical presentation of gallbladder volvulus.
To highlight the importance of early diagnosis and surgical intervention.

Main Methods:

Review of existing literature on gallbladder volvulus.
Analysis of anatomical basis for torsion.

Main Results:

Gallbladder volvulus results from rotation along the cystic duct and artery axis.
Compromised vascular supply is a key feature.

Conclusions:

Gallbladder volvulus is a rare but critical diagnosis.
Understanding the mechanism is key for effective management.