A Clonorchis Sinensis in the Gallbladder: A Rare Case in Kuwait

Authors

  • Ahmad E. Al-Mulla
  • Fawazia Ashkanani
  • Ali Al-Tabeekh
  • Raghad Al-Huzaim
  • Lulwah Al-Saidan

Keywords:

Clonorchis sinensis, Gallbladder, Acute cholecystitis, Liver fluke, Chinese lady, foodborne pathoge

Abstract

Clonorchis Sinensis is an important foodborne pathogen. It is actively transmitted in far-East countries and Asia, especially in China. It enters the biliary system via ingestion of infected cysts. It is exceedingly rare to encounter such a presentation in the Middle East, particular in Kuwait. The presence of liver fluke in the biliary system may lead to adverse complications. We are presenting a case report describing quite an unusual gallbladder finding in a 55-year-old Chinese lady.

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Published

2021-05-31

How to Cite

Ahmad E. Al-Mulla, Fawazia Ashkanani, Ali Al-Tabeekh, Raghad Al-Huzaim, & Lulwah Al-Saidan. (2021). A Clonorchis Sinensis in the Gallbladder: A Rare Case in Kuwait. Surgical Research – Open Journal, 6(1), 5–7. Retrieved from https://openventio.us/index.php/SR/article/view/267

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