Gallbladder Volvulus: A Case Study
Abstract
Gallbladder volvulus is a rare and serious condition that occurs mainly in elderly patients and is difficult to diagnose preoperatively. We report the case of an 85-year-old patient admitted for acute epigastric pain with abdominal guarding. Laboratory tests revealed an infectious syndrome associated with hyperlipasaemia at 400 IU/L. Abdominal computed tomography revealed a large fluid collection measuring 12 cm on the anterior surface of the right liver, of gallbladder origin, suggestive of gallbladder volvulus. This case illustrates the importance of imaging in the diagnosis of this rare condition and highlights the need for rapid surgical management.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Gallbladder and Bile Duct Disorders
Intestinal Malrotation and Obstruction Disorders
Biliary and Gastrointestinal Fistulas
Publication details
- Journal / source
- SAS Journal of Medicine
- Volume
- 12
- Issue
- 01
- Pages
- 68–69
- Publication date
- 28 January 2026
- Language
- EN