[Severe hemolytic-uremic syndrome complicated by cholelithiasis treated with laparoscopic cholecystectomy in a 12-year old boy]

Pol Tyg Lek. 1996 Apr;51(14-18):230-2.
[Article in Polish]

Abstract

A case of a 12-year old boy with hemolytic-uremic syndrome complicated with cholelithiasis is presented. Due to severe course of the hemolytic-uremic syndrome (enhanced catabolism, coagulation disorders) a laparoscopic cholecystectomy as a new, modern surgical technique has been considered. Postoperative period has been uncomplicated. Therefore, laparoscopic cholecystectomy proved useful and is recommended in patients with high postoperative risk.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Cholecystectomy, Laparoscopic
  • Cholelithiasis / complications
  • Cholelithiasis / surgery*
  • Hemolytic-Uremic Syndrome / etiology
  • Hemolytic-Uremic Syndrome / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Treatment Outcome