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Diagnosing Gallbladder Perforation With Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound: A Case Report.

Authors :
Hunt, Talisha M.
Boyum, James H.
Source :
Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography; May/Jun2020, Vol. 36 Issue 3, p252-258, 7p
Publication Year :
2020

Abstract

Gallbladder perforation is a rare and severe complication of acute cholecystitis. Sonography is typically the first modality of choice for assessing gallbladder pathology due to its high sensitivity, portability, real-time imaging capability, and nonionizing technique. Gray-scale and color Doppler sonographic imaging may be equivocal for diagnosing perforation. In the presented case, gallbladder wall perforation was definitively diagnosed utilizing contrast-enhanced ultrasound, allowing for prompt treatment and a successful patient outcome. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
87564793
Volume :
36
Issue :
3
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
142798445
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1177/8756479319895471