Mirizzi syndrome associated with hepatic artery pseudoaneurysm: a case report
2008
Case Report of Mirizzi Syndrome with Hepatic Artery Pseudoaneurysm
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Anderson Oliver, Faroug Radwane, Davidson Brian R, Goode J Antony
Primary Institution: Royal Free Hospital & University College School of Medicine, University College London, London, UK
Conclusion
The case highlights the difficulty in differentiating Mirizzi syndrome from biliary tract cancer.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient presented with obstructive jaundice and weight loss.
- Imaging suggested gallbladder cancer but revealed Mirizzi syndrome.
- A pseudoaneurysm of the hepatic artery was found and embolised.
- Surgery confirmed the diagnosis and resolved the patient's symptoms.
Takeaway
A man had a rare condition where a gallstone caused a blockage and a bleeding artery, but after surgery, he got better.
Methodology
The patient underwent imaging, angiography, and surgery to address the conditions.
Participant Demographics
54-year-old Caucasian man
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