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Rywlin M.D. Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Mount Sinai Medical Center, Miami Beach, FL 33140, United States  \nAsma Ahmed, Devendra Joshi, Department of General Surgery, Mount Sinai Medical Center, Miami Beach, FL 33140, United States  \nCo-first authors: Aran Thiravialingam and Karthik Sriganeshan.  \nCorresponding author: Hisham F Bahmad, MD, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, 1611 NW 12th Avenue, Holtz Center, Room 2147, Miami, FL 33136, [United States.](United States. hfbahmad@gmail.com)[ hfbahmad@gmail.com](United States. hfbahmad@gmail.com)  \nAbstract  \nBACKGROUND  \nGallbladder mucocele, also known as gallbladder hydrops, is a rare condition characterized by the distention of the gallbladder due to the accumulation of fluid or mucus within its lumen, primarily attributed to obstruction arising from a gallstone in the cystic duct or gallbladder neck.  \nCASE SUMMARY  \nWe present a case of a 67-year-old woman with an incidentally discovered gallbladder mucocele, shedding light on the clinical presentation, causes, and histopathological findings. We performed a literature review including an analysis of 27 case reports, revealing the diverse spectrum of causative factors, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and management.  \nCONCLUSION  \nThis study underscores the importance of considering alternative diagnoses and highlights the significance of imaging techniques in narrowing down the differential diagnosis and histopathologic examination for a definitive diagnosis.  \n WJEM  [https://www.wjgnet.com](https://www.wjgnet.com) 1 September 20, 2025  Volume 15  Issue 3   \nThiravialingam A et al. Incidental GBM mimicking acute cholecystitis  \nKey Words: Gallbladder diseases; Gallstones; Mucocele; Cholecystitis; Case report  \n©The Author(s) 2025. Published by Baishideng Publishing Group Inc. All rights reserved.  \nCore Tip: Gallbladder mucocele (GBM) is a rare condition characterized by gallbladder distension due to mucus accumulation, often mimicking acute cholecystitis. This case report presents a 67-year-old woman diagnosed incidentally with GBM following cholecystectomy. A comprehensive literature review of 27 cases highlights diverse etiologies, clinical presentations, and optimal management strategies. Early diagnosis and elective surgical intervention are crucial for preventing complications. This study contributes to surgica","cbCaidQrpX1xcJpi","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaidQrpX1xcJpi","pdf",6286879,"English","# Abstract\n## Background\n## Case Summary\n## Conclusion\n# Introduction\n# Case Report","[{\"question\":\"What is gallbladder mucocele and why can it mimic acute cholecystitis?\",\"answer\":\"Gallbladder mucocele is distention of the gallbladder caused by accumulation of mucus or fluid in the lumen. Obstruction and increased intraluminal pressure can produce findings that resemble acute cholecystitis.\"},{\"question\":\"How was the mucocele evaluated in the reported patient?\",\"answer\":\"Imaging showed a hydropic gallbladder without wall thickening, pericholecystic inflammation, or cholelithiasis. Endoscopic ultrasound was used to demonstrate an irregular stone, supporting further assessment.\"},{\"question\":\"What does the literature review contribute to clinical decision-making?\",\"answer\":\"The review of 27 case reports summarizes diverse causes, clinical presentations, diagnosis, and management. It supports the importance of considering alternative diagnoses and using imaging plus histopathologic examination for a definitive diagnosis.\"}]","Incidental gallbladder mucocele mimicking acute cholecystitis - A case report and review of literature | PDF",1790746119,25]