J Korean Radiol Soc.  1994 Mar;30(3):517-519.

Emphysematous Cholecystitis: A Case Report

• Kim JW
• Shinn KS
• Byun JY
• Jung JI
• Ro HJ

Abstract

Emphysematous cholecystitis is an uncommon condition which may mimic acute cholecystitis. But it differs from acute cholecystitis in its relatively greater frequency in men and diabetics and has graver prognosis. The condition is diagnosed by demonstration of air in lumen,wall of gallbladder and/or pericholecystic space using a variety of radiographic techniques: simple abdominal radiography, ultrasonography and CT scanning. One illustrative case is presented herein and the pertinent literature is reviewed.

MeSH Terms

Cholecystitis, Acute
Emphysematous Cholecystitis*
Gallbladder
Humans
Male
Prognosis
Radiography, Abdominal
Tomography, X-Ray Computed
Ultrasonography