A rare case of hemobilia caused by acute cholecystitis with an underlying gallbladder aneurysm

We present a case of a patient who presented with upper gastrointestinal bleeding, obstructive jaundice and bacteremia, of which the underlying cause turned out to be hemobilia from acute cholecystitis and a gallbladder aneurysm. The patient made a full recovery after laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Our case highlights the importance of having a high index of suspicion for hemobilia and showcases how hemobilia can be a rare cause of persistent obstructive jaundice.

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Gastroenterology & Endoscopy
Published
2024-11-20
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gande.2024.11.001
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Abdominal vascular conditions and treatments
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A rare case of hemobilia caused by acute cholecystitis with an underlying gallbladder aneurysm

En Xian Sarah Low, Wee Ming Tay, Hui Yi Sara Cheo
Gastroenterology & Endoscopy
Abdominal vascular conditions and treatments
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A rare case of hemobilia caused by acute cholecystitis with an underlying gallbladder aneurysm

En Xian Sarah Low, Wee Ming Tay, Hui Yi Sara Cheo
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Abstract

We present a case of a patient who presented with upper gastrointestinal bleeding, obstructive jaundice and bacteremia, of which the underlying cause turned out to be hemobilia from acute cholecystitis and a gallbladder aneurysm. The patient made a full recovery after laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Our case highlights the importance of having a high index of suspicion for hemobilia and showcases how hemobilia can be a rare cause of persistent obstructive jaundice.

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