AI Article Synopsis
- Cholecystocolic fistula (CCF) is a rare connection between the gallbladder and the colon, and there's no clear agreement on the best way to treat it surgically.
- The first successful robotic repair case of a CCF was performed on a 50-year-old woman with a history of cholangitis, highlighting the importance of continuous monitoring by a single surgeon for early detection.
- The patient recovered fully without complications, showcasing the effectiveness of robotic surgery and providing insights into the disease's development through extensive imaging over five years.
Article Abstract
Cholecystocolic fistula (CCF), a connection between the gallbladder and neighboring colon, is a rare entity with little consensus as to the optimal surgical management. Existing case reports have described both open and laparoscopic repairs. We describe the first reported case of a successful robotic repair of a CCF in a 50-year-old woman diagnosed with cholangitis 5 years prior to surgery. The patient had a longitudinal follow-up by a single surgeon, allowing for early diagnosis and repair. This case also includes radiographic imaging over 5 years during the index hospitalization and preoperative workup. This allows for a glimpse into the natural pathogenesis of this disease. After robotic surgery, the patient made a complete recovery with no postoperative complications.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6705446 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/jscr/rjz231 | DOI Listing |
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