Understanding Xanthogranulomatous Cholecystitis: A Rare Mimicker of Gallbladder Carcinoma
Understanding Xanthogranulomatous Cholecystitis: A Rare Mimicker of Gallbladder Carcinoma Comprensión de la colecistitis xantogranulomatosa: una rara réplica del carcinoma de vesícula biliar 담낭암의 희귀한 유사 질환인 황색육아종성 담낭염 이해 Keywords: xanthogranulomatous cholecystitis , RUQ pain CT , gallbladder wall thickening , gallbladder cancer mimic , intramural cystic spaces , fat stranding gallbladder , xanthogranulomatous inflammation , cholecystectomy findings , rare gallbladder diseases , radiology gallbladder diagnosis Introduction Xanthogranulomatous cholecystitis (XGC) is a rare, chronic inflammatory condition of the gallbladder that often mimics gallbladder carcinoma on imaging. This diagnostic dilemma necessitates careful radiological interpretation and often surgical confirmation. In this column, we delve into the intricacies of XGC through a compelling case of a 55-year-old male presenting with intermittent right upper quadrant (RUQ) pain. This post aims to serve both as a...