Peritoneal abscess formation four years after laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
Peritoneal gallstone spillage occurs frequently during laparoscopic cholecystectomy when the gallbladder is accidentally opened. Many authors have reported peritoneal abscess formation as a complication of this surgical situation. We describe a case of late peritoneal abscess formation, developing 4 years after laparoscopic cholecystectomy, and the surgical management thereof.
Reyna
Dario
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Department of Surgery, Clínica Junín, Córdoba, Argentina.
Vélez
Sebastian E
SE
D000038:Abscess / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D017081:Cholecystectomy, Laparoscopic / Q000009:adverse effects*; D002769:Cholelithiasis / Q000150:complications* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D010532:Peritoneal Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D011859:Radiography