Pathology report:
Gross: Received in formalin are 7 fragments of tissue consistent with portions of gallbladder which measure from 3.0 x 1.5 x 0.2 cm to 9.5 x 6.2 x 0.4 cm. The mucosa has greenish-brown exudate and areas of erosion. Cut section shows areas of necrosis. The gallbladder wall measures up to 1.3 cm in thickness. Also, present within the container are numerous gravel-like gallstones measuring from less than 0.1 to 0.4 cm. Several stones are lodged at the cystic duct.
Diagnosis:
Gallbladder, cholecystectomy:
- Gangrenous acute and chronic cholecystitis.
- Cholelithiasis.