Intraductal and invasive adenocarcinoma of duct of Luschka, mimicking chronic cholecystitis and cholelithiasis
2009
Rare Case of Cancer in Bile Ducts
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Jahan Mumtaz, Xiao Philip, Go Alan, Cheema Muhammad, Hameed Arif
Primary Institution: The Brooklyn Hospital Center
Conclusion
Adenocarcinoma of ducts of Luschka should be considered among differential diagnoses for patients with symptoms of chronic cholecystitis and cholelithiasis.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient presented with symptoms typical of chronic cholecystitis and cholelithiasis.
- Histologic examination confirmed the presence of intraductal and invasive adenocarcinoma.
- This is the second reported case of this type of cancer arising from ducts of Luschka.
Takeaway
This study talks about a rare type of cancer that can happen in small bile ducts near the gallbladder, which can look like other common problems.
Methodology
The patient underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy and resection of the adjacent liver bed, followed by histological examination.
Participant Demographics
31-year-old Hispanic woman
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