Porcelain Gallbladder (Calcifying cholecystitis)
This uncommon condition is associated with damage from Gallstones and recurrent infections. Calcium becomes deposited in the muscles and mucosa of the gallbladder. The walls appear bluish and are brittle. There are no symptoms and most cases of Porcelain Gallbladder are found when conducting imaging tests for other conditions. Because of the high incidence of Gallbladder Cancer when porcelain gallbladder is present, gallbladder removal is advised whenever this condition is found. The best way to image it is through CT scans.