Gallbladder Bilharziasis
1996
Gallbladder Bilharziasis Case Report
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Mohamad Abid Bakhotmah
Primary Institution: King Abdulaziz University Hospital
Hypothesis
This case report aims to document the occurrence of gallbladder bilharziasis in a patient from Saudi Arabia.
Conclusion
This is the first reported case of gallbladder bilharziasis with gallstones causing chronic cholecystitis in Saudi Arabia.
Supporting Evidence
- This case is the first of its kind reported in Saudi Arabia.
- Ultrasound revealed gallstones in the gallbladder.
- Histology confirmed chronic cholecystitis and schistosomal ova in the gallbladder wall.
Takeaway
A 30-year-old man had a rare infection in his gallbladder caused by a parasite, which led to him having gallstones and pain.
Methodology
The patient underwent ultrasound and laparoscopic cholecystectomy after being treated for schistosomiasis.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
30-year-old male from Saudi Arabia.
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