Strangulated cholecystitis in an umbilical hernia: world-first case report.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Strangulated umbilical hernia and acute cholecystitis are among the most common surgical emergencies, with operative management remaining the cornerstone of treatment. This study describes, to our knowledge, the first documented case worldwide of acute cholecystitis strangulated within an umbilical hernia.

Case presentation

A 97-year-old woman with a history of recurrent choledocholithiasis presented to the Acute Care Department with abdominal pain localized to the mesogastrium and an irreducible, tender periumbilical mass. Abdominal computed tomography scan described a strangulated intestinal loop, prompting urgent surgical intervention. Surprisingly, exploratory laparotomy revealed an acute cholecystitis strangulated within the umbilical hernia, along with marke

SUBMITTER: Brolese M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12827531 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature