Acute cholecystitis after spinal fusion and instrumentation in children.
case_series · Level IV
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Abstract
Three children developed noncalculus cholecystitis after spinal fusion and instrumentation for their spinal deformity. Two children responded to conservative therapy, and one required cholecystectomy. If diagnosed early, this complication may be successfully treated by conservative means.
Medical subject headings
- Cholecystitis
- Postoperative Complications
- Scoliosis
- Spinal Fusion