Emphysematous cholecystitis

Emphysematous cholecystitis

Definition

Cholecystitis resulting from infection by gas producing organisms.

Also known as gaseous pericholecystitis — per MONDO

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
Alimentary part of gastrointestinal system Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Alimentary part of gastrointestinal system Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Biliary system Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Gallbladder Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Gallbladder Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0