Abstract
A traumatic splenic rupture (ASR) is a rare clinical entity. Several underlying benign and malignant conditions have been described as a leading cause. We report on a case of ASR in a 41-year-old man treated with laparoscopic splenectomy. Considering ASR as a life-threatening condition, a prompt diagnosis can be life saving.
Lingua originale | English |
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pagine (da-a) | 87-89 |
Numero di pagine | 3 |
Rivista | International Surgery |
Volume | 96 |
DOI | |
Stato di pubblicazione | Pubblicato - 2011 |
Keywords
- Adult
- Humans
- Laparoscopy
- Male
- Splenectomy
- Splenic Rupture
- Whooping Cough