Rupture of a splenic artery aneurysm during pregnancy. Report of a case

Gallot, D.; Bournazeau, J.A.; Amblard, J.; Pouly, J.L.; Lemery, D.

Journal de Gynecologie Obstetrique et Biologie de la Reproduction 28(2): 168-170

1999


ISSN/ISBN: 0368-2315
PMID: 10416145
Document Number: 511417
Splenic artery aneurysm rupture during pregnancy is a rare but serious condition. The clinical presentation associates abdominal pain, hypotension and anemia that can mimic uterine rupture or abruptio placentae. An emergency cesarean section and splenectomy are necessary.

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