Cholecystitis
Researchers at the University of Edinburgh, in collaboration with several international experts, have conducted a meta-analysis to identify risk factors and mitigating measures for bile duct injury following cholecystectomy. The study, published in BJS Open, aimed to improve surgical outcomes by understanding the factors contributing to bile duct injury and
Adults
Researchers at Blida 1 University have published a report highlighting the complexities of diagnosing and managing acalculous cholecystitis, a condition that affects the gallbladder. According to the study, this condition is more prevalent in elderly and comorbid patients, making diagnosis and treatment particularly challenging. The researchers emphasize the importance of
Cholecystitis
Researchers from the University of Washington have proposed a new sonographic marker for the diagnosis of acute cholecystitis in the emergency department. According to a recent study, peak systolic cystic artery velocity (CaV) of 40 cm/s has been found to be highly specific and an independent sonographic marker for
Cholecystitis
A new study on diagnostic errors in acute cholecystitis highlights the need for improved diagnostic processes and adherence to standardized guidelines. Research from Juntendo University in Tokyo, Japan, reveals that diagnostic errors in acute cholecystitis significantly impact patient safety, with approximately 30% of cases being missed (false negative) and 20-36%
