[Agenesis of the gallbladder and cystic duct (author's transl)]

The authors describe a case of agenesis of the gallbladder and cystic duct diagnosed at operative cholangiography; they discuss the embryological, etiopathogenetic and clinical aspects of this abnormality, and pertinent treatment policies. They stress the need for operative teleradiocholangiomanometry for the correct diagnosis and treatment of the disorder.