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Learning from errors
Gallstone pancreatitis after laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Summary
This case report describes the rare presentation of an unknown dumbbell shaped (or hourglass with diaphragmatic membrane) gallbladder presenting as gallstone pancreatitis 5 months after laparoscopic cholecystectomy for cholelithiasis and our management strategy. This case highlights the importance of ensuring adequate exposure at the time of operation to prevent such presentations.
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Competing interests None.
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Patient consent Not obtained.