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Remnant Cholecystitis After Subtotal Cholecystectomy: A Case Report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Remnant cholecystitis is a rare complication following subtotal cholecystectomy (STC), particularly when the reconstituting technique is used, which leaves a portion of the gallbladder behind. This remnant can become inflamed due to recurrent or retained gallstones. We present the case of a 39-year-old female who required a completion cholecystectomy 11 years after her initial STC due to severe recurrent right upper quadrant (RUQ) pain, nausea, and vomiting with an ultrasound that revealed cholelithiasis. This case highlights the need for increased awareness of remnant cholecystitis, better diagnostic approaches, and standardized management guidelines to prevent long-term complications. Further research is necessary to improve the treatment of this rare condition and optimize patient outcomes.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.71719

Authors: Heather L Mateja, Danielle A Rowe, Allen Tsai, Pablo Giuseppucci

Institutions: American University of Antigua, Northeast Ohio Medical University

Language: English

Topic: Gallbladder and Bile Duct Disorders

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4403513425

FWCI: 0.254

Cites: 9

Cited by: 1

Related to: 10