| Literature DB >> 31337192 |
Deepanshu Jain1, Byeori Lee2, Michael Rajala1.
Abstract
Splenic hemorrhage (hematoma and rupture) is a rare complication of pancreatitis. In this article, we present a rare case of spontaneous splenic rupture as a complication of acute pancreatitis. A literature review was also completed to describe the patient characteristics, associated pancreatitis etiology, clinical presentations, risk factors, diagnostic and treatment modalities, and outcomes.Entities:
Keywords: Pancreatitis; Splenic hematoma; Splenic hemorrhage; Splenic rupture; Splenic vein thrombosis
Year: 2019 PMID: 31337192 DOI: 10.5946/ce.2019.087
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Clin Endosc ISSN: 2234-2400