Acalculous Cholecystitis

The diagnosis of AAC can be challenging and relies on accurate history, physical examination, laboratory, and imaging (1).

Early diagnosis improves outcomes (4).

Diagnosis for Functional Gal...

Early treatment is essential for patients with AAC due to the risk of gangrene and perforation (4).

Early empiric antibiotic therapy should be initiated to cover gram-negative bact...

Acalculous cholecystitis is associated with several complications and a high mortality rate.

If treatment is delayed, mortality rates may be as high as 75%.

Critically ill patients...

Acute acalculous cholecystitis is a progressive inflammatory disease of the gallbladder presenting mostly in hospitalized patients. It has high morbidity and mortality if not addressed...