Preoperative diagnosis of gallbladder torsion by magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography: A case report

Abstract

Gallbladder torsion is a rare and potentially fatal condition presenting with acute abdominal pain. Gallbladder torsion requires early diagnosis and treatment; however, preoperative diagnosis is difficult. In the present case, magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography provided definitive imaging findings and was very useful in making the preoperative diagnosis.

Keywords: cholecystectomy; cholecystitis; gallbladder torsion; magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography.