Acute cholecystitis with massive upper gastrointestinal bleed: A case report and review of the literature
2007
Case Report of a Rare Complication After Cholecystitis
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Saluja Sundeep S, Ray Sukanta, Gulati Manpreet S, Pal Sujoy, Sahni Peush, Chattopadhyay Tushar K
Primary Institution: All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
Conclusion
The case highlights a rare complication of pseudoaneurysm following cholecystitis, which can present with upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage.
Supporting Evidence
- Only 13 cases of cystic artery pseudoaneurysm have been reported in the literature.
- The patient presented with haematemesis and melaena after acute cholecystitis.
- Embolization of the pseudoaneurysm was performed successfully.
Takeaway
Sometimes, after gallbladder problems, a blood vessel can get weak and cause bleeding in the stomach. This case shows how doctors can fix it.
Methodology
The patient underwent upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, ultrasound, and selective hepatic angiography for diagnosis and treatment.
Participant Demographics
A 43-year-old woman with a history of hypertension.
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