Abstract
Emphysematous cholecystitis (EC) is a rare, but life-threatening, form of acute cholecystitis caused by a gas-forming organism in the gallbladder. We describe a 37-year-old female who had emphysematous cholecystitis after delivering a stillbirth 3 months ago at 40 weeks gestation. She also tested positive for hepatitis B virus and has been taking herbal remedies. She was successfully managed medically with antibiotics. The patient´s progression was also monitored with liver function test and urinalysis. In resource limited countries, where cholecystectomy may not be readily available, early diagnosis and prompt initiation of broad spectrum antibiotics with close monitoring may help treat and prevent complications.
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