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Myelofibrosis presenting as chronic cholecystitis

P M Geddy1, K R Wedgwood

  • 1Department of Histopathology, Castle Hill Hospital, North Humberside.

Journal of Clinical Pathology
|May 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Myelofibrosis, a bone marrow disorder, can mimic chronic cholecystitis symptoms like abdominal pain. This case highlights the importance of considering rare conditions in differential diagnoses for persistent abdominal discomfort.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Hematology
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Chronic cholecystitis is a common cause of abdominal pain.
  • Myelofibrosis is a myeloproliferative neoplasm characterized by bone marrow fibrosis.

Observation:

  • A 61-year-old male presented with abdominal pain suggestive of chronic cholecystitis.
  • Examination revealed pallor, and investigations identified myelofibrosis and a gallstone.

Findings:

  • Cholecystectomy alleviated the patient's abdominal pain.
  • Pathological examination of the gallbladder demonstrated widespread myeloid metaplasia.

Implications:

  • This is the first reported instance of myelofibrosis presenting clinically as chronic cholecystitis.
  • Highlights the need for comprehensive investigation in cases of atypical or persistent abdominal pain.
  • Suggests a potential link between myelofibrosis and gallbladder pathology.

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