Porcelain gallbladder : decoding the malignant truth
Other Title(s)
المرارة الخزفية : الكشف عن الحقيقة الخبيثة
Author
Source
Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal
Issue
Vol. 16, Issue 4 (30 Nov. 2016), pp.416-421, 6 p.
Publisher
Sultan Qaboos University College of Medicine and Health Sciences
Publication Date
2016-11-30
Country of Publication
Oman
No. of Pages
6
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Topics
Abstract EN
Gallbladder calcification, also referred to as porcelain gallbladder, has received significant attention in the medical literature due to its perceived role in increasing the risk of developing a gallbladder carcinoma.
However, recent reports raise questions challenging this purported high risk.
While previous studies reported a concomitant incidence of gallbladder cancer in porcelain gallbladder ranging from 7–60%, more recent analyses indicate the incidence to be much lower (6%).
Based on evidence in the current literature, a prophylactic cholecystectomy is not routinely recommended for all patients with porcelain gallbladder and should be restricted to those with conventional indications, such as young patients.
However, it is important to note that a nonoperative approach may require prolonged follow-up.
A laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a feasible therapeutic option for patients with porcelain gallbladder, although some researchers have indicated a higher incidence of complications and conversion due to technical difficulties.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Machado, Norman O.. 2016. Porcelain gallbladder : decoding the malignant truth. Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal،Vol. 16, no. 4, pp.416-421.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-721275
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Machado, Norman O.. Porcelain gallbladder : decoding the malignant truth. Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal Vol. 16, no. 4 (Nov. 2016), pp.416-421.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-721275
American Medical Association (AMA)
Machado, Norman O.. Porcelain gallbladder : decoding the malignant truth. Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal. 2016. Vol. 16, no. 4, pp.416-421.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-721275
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references : p. 420-421
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BIM-721275