Abstract
Biliary scintigraphy was performed in an asphyxiated neonate with gallbladder distention. There was no visualization of the gallbladder until 24 hours after injection, and this indicated the presence of cystic duct obstruction. After 2 days of conservative treatment, the distention was resolved and in a repeat study the gallbladder was normally visualized. This case demonstrates that nonvisualization of a distended gallbladder in an asphyxiated neonate may be a transient phenomenon and no aggressive treatment is indicated.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 50-52 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Clinical Nuclear Medicine |
Volume | 15 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1990 |
Externally published | Yes |