Abstract
Acute cholecystitis revealing polyarteritis nodosa is classic but rare in adulthood. We report two cases observed during childhood. Case reports – The association of a persistent inflammatory syndrome, positive antineutrophil cytoplasm antibodies and of a vasculitis with fibrinoïd necrosis led to the diagnosis in two pediatric patients. Conclusion – The diagnosis of polyarteritis nodosa is difficult and often delayed. Cholecystectomy can help to such a diagnosis in the presence of acute cholecystitis.
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