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ArticleJournal of surgical case reports2026

Laparoscopic management of an unexpected cholecystogastric fistula during elective cholecystectomy: a case report.

Silvana Alexandra Valencia Valverde, Esteban Alexander Caiza Molina, Miguel Ángel Moyón, Mateo Sebastián Valencia Villalba

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Silvana Alexandra Valencia ValverdeDepartment of Surgery, General Hospital San Francisco, Quito, 170120, Ecuador.
Esteban Alexander Caiza MolinaEstudiante de posgrado en Cirugía General, Universidad de las Américas, Quito, Ecuador.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7106-9484
Miguel Ángel MoyónDepartment of Surgery, General Hospital San Francisco, Quito, 170120, Ecuador.
Mateo Sebastián Valencia VillalbaUniversidad Tecnológica Equinoccial, Quito 170147, Ecuador.

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Abstract

Cholecystogastric fistula (CGF) is a rare complication of chronic cholelithiasis characterized by an abnormal communication between the gallbladder and the stomach. We report the case of a 69-year-old female who underwent elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy for symptomatic gallstone disease. Intraoperatively, a CGF was unexpectedly identified due to dense adhesions between the gallbladder and the gastric antrum. The fistula was successfully managed laparoscopically using a linear endostapler for resection and primary closure of the gastric defect, followed by standard cholecystectomy. The patient had an uneventful recovery and was discharged within 24 hours. This case highlights the feasibility and safety of laparoscopic management of CGF in experienced hands while emphasizing the importance of intraoperative adaptability.

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biliary complicationscholecystectomycholecystogastric fistulalaparoscopyminimally invasive surgery

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PMCPMC13221280

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