Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Manuscript ID	105308
Country	China

Category	Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type	Case Report
Article Title	Cholecystitis with gallbladder rupture leading to free gallstone migration causing chronic abdominal wall sinus formation: A case report
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Liu Yang, Tao Wang, Xiu-Li Li and Yan-Li Wang
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Corresponding Author	Yan-Li Wang, Department of Plastic and Cosmetics Surgery, Zibo Central Hospital, No. 54 Gong-qing-tuan West Road, Zhang-Dian District, Zibo 255000, Shandong Province, China. wangyanliyangliu@163.com
Key Words	Cholecystitis; Gallbladder rupture; Free gallstone; Chronic abdominal wall sinus; Laparoscopic cholecystectomy; Case report
Core Tip	This case report details an exceptionally rare complication following laparoscopic cholecystectomy: Chronic abdominal wall sinus formation due to free gallstone migration. Despite initial conservative management, including T-tube placement for gallbladder rupture, the patient developed a persistent subcutaneous abnormality with ulceration and purulent discharge 9.5 years later. Surgical exploration confirmed the presence of a yellow-green stone-like material at the base of the sinus tract. This case highlights the importance of thorough surgical retrieval of all gallstones during cholecystectomy and underscores the potential long-term complications of retained free gallstones. Early recognition and appropriate management are crucial.
Citation	Yang L, Wang T, Li XL, Wang YL. Cholecystitis with gallbladder rupture leading to free gallstone migration causing chronic abdominal wall sinus formation: A case report. World J Gastrointest Surg 2025; In press

Received	2025-03-28 08:57
Peer-Review Started	2025-03-28 08:58
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Return for Revision	2025-04-11 09:35
Revised	2025-05-08 08:16
Second Decision	2025-05-20 02:50
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Accepted by Executive Editor-in-Chief	2025-05-20 03:16
Articles in Press	2025-05-20 03:16
Publication Fee Transferred	2025-05-12 07:15
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