Neuroma of a double gallbladder: a case report
2009
Case Report of a Double Gallbladder with Traumatic Neuroma
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Lefemine Valentina, Lazim Taha R
Primary Institution: All Wales Higher Surgical Training Programme, Glan Clwyd Hospital, UK
Conclusion
The patient's recurrent abdominal pain was resolved after the removal of a second gallbladder that contained a traumatic neuroma.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had recurrent abdominal pain after a laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
- A second gallbladder was discovered during a diagnostic laparoscopy.
- The presence of a traumatic neuroma in the second gallbladder explained the patient's atypical symptoms.
- The patient made a full recovery after the second gallbladder was removed.
Takeaway
A man had two gallbladders, and after doctors found the second one and removed it, he felt better.
Methodology
The case involved diagnostic laparoscopy and subsequent cholecystectomy to identify and remove the second gallbladder.
Limitations
The case is based on a single patient, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
One 55-year-old male patient.
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