Isolated gallbladder rupture following blunt abdominal trauma

Niger J Clin Pract. 2013 Jul-Sep;16(3):398-400. doi: 10.4103/1119-3077.113474.

Abstract

The gallbladder is a relatively well-protected organ; consequently its rupture following blunt abdominal injury is rare and usually associated with other visceral injuries. Isolated gallbladder rupture is extremely rare. We report a healthy Nigerian adult male who sustained isolated gallbladder rupture following blunt abdominal injury from riding a motor cycle (Okada). A high index of suspicion with positive bile aspirate might lead to early diagnosis. Open cholecystectomy is a safe option of treatment in a resource poor centre especially in delayed presentation and has a good outcome.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Accidents, Traffic
  • Gallbladder / injuries*
  • Gallbladder / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Rupture
  • Wounds, Nonpenetrating / surgery*
  • Young Adult