Minimally Invasive Approach after Lumbar Abscess Secondary to Retained Gallstones in Abdominal Cavity after Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

Micaela Paula Zalazar; Lara Ruiz; Andres Vargas; Ángel L. Fernández; Qiong Pan

doi:10.1177/10926429261419372

February 28, 2026Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques

Minimally Invasive Approach after Lumbar Abscess Secondary to Retained Gallstones in Abdominal Cavity after Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

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Key Points

The research aims to investigate the connection between lumbar abscesses and retained gallstones in post-cholecystectomy patients.
Identifying lumbar abscesses in patients with a history of laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Performing drainage procedures for the abscess
Removing retained gallstones as part of definitive management
Lumbar abscesses are often linked to retained gallstones in patients post-cholecystectomy
Effective drainage and stone removal significantly lower the risk of recurrence

Implication

Findings reveal that drainage and stone removal prevent recurrence of lumbar abscess after gallbladder surgery.

Abstract

Lumbar abscesses in patients with previous cholecystectomy should raise suspicion of retained gallstones. Definitive management requires drainage and complete stone removal to prevent recurrence.

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Zalazar et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Minimally Invasive Approach after Lumbar Abscess Secondary to Retained Gallstones in Abdominal Cavity after Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

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Minimally Invasive Approach after Lumbar Abscess Secondary to Retained Gallstones in Abdominal Cavity after Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

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Implication

Abstract

Discussion

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