Case Series of Spontaneous Gall Bladder Perforation: Challenges in its Diagnosis and Management

Abstract

Asymptomatic cholelithiasis is a frequent condition which affects up to 10% of the adult population. Acute cholecystitis develops in up to 2% of patients affected by asymptomatic cholelithiasis. Gallbladder perforation (GBP) develops in up to 2 to 11% of acute cholecystitis cases. Based on Niemeier classification GBP is classified into 3 types, type II being most common presentation.