[Adenomyomatosis of the gallbladder: report of 42 cases]

This article reported 42 cases of adenomyomatosis of the gallbladder diagnosed by postoperative pathology. Since adenomyomatosis is often asymptomatic and accompanied by cholecystitis and gallstone, it is difficult to diagnose correctly before operation. Seven cases out of this group (16.7%) was diagnosed preoperatively. Correct diagnosis is based on alertness to this disease and cholecystogram. Cholecystectomy is the effective treatment. The relationship between the pathological types and Cholecystogram are discussed.