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Gall Bladder Ascariasis: A Rare Entity.

Authors :
Akbar I
Javed Z
Zaib Z
Source :
Journal of Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad : JAMC [J Ayub Med Coll Abbottabad] 2023 Jul-Sep; Vol. 35 (3), pp. 500-502.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Gall bladder ascariasis is a rare entity accounting for only 2.1% of biliary ascariasis features due to anatomical features of the cystic duct. It usually presents with vague abdominal features. Ultrasonography is the most sensitive and useful investigation for its diagnosis. We present a case of gall bladder ascariasis in an antenatal young female patient showing features of cholecystitis. She was diagnosed by ultrasonography and managed by laparoscopic cholecystectomy followed by oral anti-helminthic drugs. She made an uneventful recovery and is doing great in follow-up visits.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1819-2718
Volume :
35
Issue :
3
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Journal of Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad : JAMC
Publication Type :
Report
Accession number :
38404103
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.55519/JAMC-03-10212