Spontaneous gallbladder perforation in a full-term neonate: A case report
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https://doi.org/10.46831/jpas.v2i2.120Keywords:
Gall bladder, perforation, neonate, SpontaneousAbstract
Background: Spontaneous gall bladder perforation is an uncommon event among neonates. The etiology of perforated gall bladder in this pediatric age group is idiopathic. Only 9 cases are available in literature up till 2019.
Case Presentation: We are reporting a case of spontaneous gall bladder perforation in a 15-day-old neonate who presented with vomiting, abdominal distension, and jaundice. The gall bladder was perforated near the fundus. Per-operative cholangiogram showed the normal passage of contrast. Open cholecystectomy was performed. No postoperative biliary complications were observed.
Conclusion: Though Gall bladder perforation of spontaneous nature is rare but should be kept in the differential diagnosis in neonates who present with jaundice, abdominal distension, and acute abdomen.
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