Gallbladder Volvulus Presenting as Acute Appendicitis

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-2015

Publication Title

Case Rep Surg

Abstract

We encountered a case of gallbladder volvulus in an 88-year-old thin female in which the initial presentation was more consistent with that of acute appendicitis. After complete work-up, including physical exam, lab work, and computed tomography, the definite diagnosis of gallbladder volvulus was not made until intraoperative visualization was obtained. Gallbladder volvulus is a rare but serious condition, which requires a high clinical suspicion so prompt surgical intervention can be undertaken.

PubMed ID

26171270

Volume

2015

First Page

629129

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