Delayed splenic rupture: an unusual cause of acute surgical abdomen

Acta Medica (Hradec Kralove). 2002;45(1):45-6.

Abstract

Authors describe an unusual case of acute abdomen after the traffic injury. They remind correct diagnosis of delayed splenic rupture and compare it with other literature findings.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Abdomen, Acute / etiology*
  • Accidents, Traffic
  • Adult
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Spleen / injuries*
  • Splenic Rupture / diagnosis*
  • Splenic Rupture / surgery
  • Time Factors