Citation

Cacciatore CJ, Pellegrin K, Kashmer D, Holtman NP. Cureus 2023; 15(7): e42560.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2023, Curēus)

DOI

10.7759/cureus.42560

PMID

37637653

PMCID

PMC10460239

Abstract

This case report highlights a rare traumatic gallbladder rupture secondary to a handlebar impact to the abdomen. Traumatic gallbladder rupture is only seen in 1.9-2.1% of all reported abdominal trauma. The diagnosis can be delayed due to the rarity of injury and the non-specific symptoms that a patient may present with. This case highlights the need for high clinical suspicion based on the mechanism of injury and imaging studies (focused assessment with sonography (FAST) and computed tomography (CT) scan) to direct treatment of concurrent injuries to assure the best outcome and prevent complications and morbidity. This patient was treated surgically with cholecystectomy and was discharged in stable condition.

Language: en

Keywords

pediatric trauma; blunt abdominal injury; emergency medicine and trauma; fast exam; gall bladder trauma; general surgery; general trauma surgery; handlebar injury; motor vehicle collison; motorcycle handle