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Aayush Lakkanna1, Lileswar Kaman1, Niladri Mohan Raypattanaik1
1General Surgery, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, IND.
Abstract:
Malakoplakia, a rare granulomatous inflammatory condition, typically manifests in the genitourinary system. Its occurrence in the gallbladder is exceptionally uncommon, posing significant diagnostic challenges. A 68-year-old male presented with recurrent epigastric pain, and a suspicious gallbladder mass was found on imaging. He then underwent surgery due to concerns for malignancy. Histopathology of the surgical specimen revealed malakoplakia, highlighting the diagnostic dilemma encountered in such instances.
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