Isolated gallbladder rupture following blunt abdominal injury

Abstract

Isolated traumatic gallbladder rupture subsequent to blunt abdominal injury is rare. Most literatures on the subjects consist of case reports. We reported a rare case of isolated gallbladder rupture and discussed the possible predisposing factors to gallbladder rupture.

Key words: Abdominal blunt injury, isolated gallbladder rupture, liver cirrhosis