Isolated perforation of the gall bladder following blunt abdominal trauma

Isolated perforation of the gall bladder as a consequence of blunt abdominal injury is rare. A single case is described which illustrates several features which may characterize this lesion.

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Published in:Postgraduate medical journal 1979-03, Vol.55 (641), p.212-214
Main Authors: Laffey, D. A., Hay, D. J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Abdominal Injuries - complications
Alcoholic Intoxication - complications
Gallbladder - injuries
Humans
Male
Middle Aged
Rupture
Wounds, Nonpenetrating - complications
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Summary:Isolated perforation of the gall bladder as a consequence of blunt abdominal injury is rare. A single case is described which illustrates several features which may characterize this lesion.
ISSN:0032-5473
1469-0756
DOI:10.1136/pgmj.55.641.212