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. 1985 May;77(5):404, 409-410.

Acute Torsion of the Gallbladder in a 100-Year-Old Female Patient

Assad M Taha, Richard E Welling
PMCID: PMC2561889  PMID: 3999156

Abstract

Torsion of the gallbladder is rare. However, the surgeon should be aware of it and that unusual presentations in the elderly make early diagnosis very difficult. A 100-year-old white female presented with right-sided abdominal pain and was found to have acute torsion of the gallbladder. The clinical picture, diagnostic tests, and operative findings are outlined. Serial evaluations of the patient's condition and a high index of suspicion are essential elements for prompt recognition and early surgical management.

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