Recurrent ruptured spleen

JSLS. 2013 Oct-Dec;17(4):651-3. doi: 10.4293/108680813X13654754534837.

Abstract

Regrowth of splenic tissue after splenectomy for trauma and splenectomy for idiopathic thrombocytopenia purpura have been reported. However, rupture of splenic tissue, either spontaneous or traumatic, that requires a second surgical intervention for hemoperitoneum caused by a ruptured splenic nodule or splenosis has rarely been reported. We report the case of a 43-year-old man in whom hemoperitoneum developed 25 years after he underwent an open splenectomy, after a motor vehicle accident, that required removal of a recurrent ruptured splenotic nodule.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Recurrence
  • Splenectomy*
  • Splenic Rupture / surgery*