[Perforation of the gallbladder during pregnancy. Report of a case]. / Perforación de vesícula biliar durante el embarazo. Informe de un caso.

ABSTRACT

The case of a 20 year old primigesta with a 30 weeks pregnancy, who was admitted to Emergency Service, with acute abdomen by cholecystitis, is presented. At laparotomy, a vesicular wall perforation, was found, partially sealed with epiplon and free biliary fluid in peritoneal cavity. Cholecystectomy was performed; and cesarean section 24 hours after. Therapeutic options in these patients, are analyzed, and surgical treatment risks, during gestation, and otherwise.