Triplication of gallbladder

J Coll Physicians Surg Pak. 2010 Nov;20(11):766-7.

Abstract

Triplication of gallbladder is a very rare congenital anamoly of biliary tract and is unlikely to be revealed unless there are associated symptoms. The modern imaging techniques usually fail to define the exact anatomy. Pre-operative awareness of this anatomic variation can minimize the chances of any damage to the biliary tract. This case report describes a patient with cholelithiasis diagnosed to have double gallbladder on pre-operative ultrasound.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cholelithiasis / etiology*
  • Cholelithiasis / surgery
  • Female
  • Gallbladder / abnormalities*
  • Gallbladder / diagnostic imaging
  • Gallbladder / surgery
  • Humans
  • Ultrasonography