Case report reveals acute acalculous cholecystitis as a rare sign of systemic lupus erythematosus, suggesting timely immunosuppressive therapy might prevent surgery.
Acute acalculous cholecystitis can rarely be the initial manifestation of systemic lupus erythematosus. Awareness of this atypical presentation is essential to avoid unnecessary surgical intervention. Prompt recognition and initiation of immunosuppressive therapy may resolve symptoms and help establish the correct underlying diagnosis.
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