| Emphysematous cholecystitis in an elderly woman: case report and review of the literature. | |
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MedLine Citation:
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PMID: 8308239 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Cholecystitis, a frequent diagnosis in emergency departments, has been discussed extensively in the medical literature. We report a case of emphysematous cholecystitis, an unusual form of this disease process, including the classic radiographic findings. We also offer a review of the literature, emphasizing the proposed pathophysiology and the life-threatening nature of this surgical condition. Early recognition and surgical consultation are vital in these patients. |
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Authors:
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B T Jolly; J N Love |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Case Reports; Journal Article; Review |
Journal Detail:
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Title: The Journal of emergency medicine Volume: 11 ISSN: 0736-4679 ISO Abbreviation: J Emerg Med Publication Date: 1993 Sep-Oct |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 1994-03-14 Completed Date: 1994-03-14 Revised Date: 2005-11-16 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 8412174 Medline TA: J Emerg Med Country: UNITED STATES |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 593-7 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Department of Emergency Medicine, George Washington University Medical Center, Washington, DC. |
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Acute Disease Aged Aged, 80 and over Cholecystitis / diagnosis, physiopathology, radiography* Cholecystography* Emergencies Emphysema / etiology Female Humans |
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