Gallbladder Volvulus Presenting as Acute Appendicitis.

Authors :: Bauman Z
Ruggero J
Lim J
Source :: Case reports in surgery [Case Rep Surg] 2015; Vol. 2015, pp. 629129. Date of Electronic Publication: 2015 Jun 15.
Publication Year :: 2015
Abstract: We encountered a case of gallbladder volvulus in an 88-year-old thin female in which the initial presentation was more consistent with that of acute appendicitis. After complete work-up, including physical exam, lab work, and computed tomography, the definite diagnosis of gallbladder volvulus was not made until intraoperative visualization was obtained. Gallbladder volvulus is a rare but serious condition, which requires a high clinical suspicion so prompt surgical intervention can be undertaken.