# A Rare Finding Altering the Surgical Approach of Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: A Case Report

## TL;DR

A rare case of ectopic hepatic tissue affecting laparoscopic cholecystectomy surgery is reported in a 45-year-old male patient.

## Contribution

This case report highlights the importance of recognizing ectopic hepatic tissue in surgical planning.

## Key findings

- Ectopic hepatic tissue was diagnosed alongside calcular cholecystitis in a 45-year-old male.
- The patient successfully underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy with no postoperative complications.
- Awareness of ectopic hepatic tissue is crucial for surgical outcomes and long-term prognosis.

## Abstract

Ectopic hepatic tissue occurs due to an uncommon failure in embryological liver development, a phenomenon rarely described in the literature. We report a case of a 45-year-old male who presented to the emergency department with abdominal pain. The patient was investigated radiologically, and ectopic hepatic tissue and calcular cholecystitis were diagnosed. As a result, the patient underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy. The patient recovered well postoperatively, had no complications, and was discharged the day after the operation. It is imperative to be attentive to ectopic hepatic tissue, including its complications and long-term prognosis.