A diagnostic dilemma: a rare case of falciform ligament abscess from gallbladder perforation masquerading as pancreatitis and subsequent abdominal wall cellulitis

Definitive management of the causative pathology and drainage of a non-loculated abscess is reasonable, and prompt diagnosis and management are required to prevent further complications, such as sepsis or cholecysto-umbilical fistula formation.

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International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
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2026-02-05
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https://doi.org/10.1097/rc9.0000000000000081
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Omental and Epiploic Conditions
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A diagnostic dilemma: a rare case of falciform ligament abscess from gallbladder perforation masquerading as pancreatitis and subsequent abdominal wall cellulitis

Michael Rouse, Matthew J Shears, Jayden Anthony Wearne, Hannah Truong
International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
Omental and Epiploic Conditions
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A diagnostic dilemma: a rare case of falciform ligament abscess from gallbladder perforation masquerading as pancreatitis and subsequent abdominal wall cellulitis

Michael Rouse, Matthew J Shears, Jayden Anthony Wearne, Hannah Truong
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Abstract

Definitive management of the causative pathology and drainage of a non-loculated abscess is reasonable, and prompt diagnosis and management are required to prevent further complications, such as sepsis or cholecysto-umbilical fistula formation.

International Journal of Surgery Case ReportsVol. 138(3)
The Royal Melbourne Hospital (AU), Northeast Health (US)
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Omental and Epiploic Conditions
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