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Infected peri-pancreatic necrosis causing gallbladder necrosis by direct extension
M Schein1, A Assalia, P Schmulevski
1Department of Surgery B, Rambam Medical Center, Haifa, Israel.
Summary
Necrotizing pancreatitis can lead to acute acalculous cholecystitis. This case suggests gallbladder necrosis may arise from direct extension of pancreatic necrosis, a less common pathway.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Acute acalculous cholecystitis is a known complication of necrotizing pancreatitis.
- Acute pancreatitis can also complicate acute gallbladder disease.
- The relationship between pancreatic and gallbladder disease warrants further investigation.