Gallbladder perforation is a relatively rare complication that can occur in a number of situations, but occur most common as a result of acute cholecystitis. It carries a relatively high morality rate 1.
According to the Niemeier classification this case was a type I perforated gallbladder 2.
A cholecystectomy was performed for this patient immediately after the perforated gallbladder was seen. Despite the patient's age, 5 days after the operation the patient was discharged to home in very good condition.