Volume : V, Issue : XI, November - 2016

SPONTANEOUS RECTUS SHEATH HEMATOMA : Case Report

Dr. Sachin A. Suryawanshi, Dr. Shazia Malik

Abstract :

 Rectus sheath hematoma denotes a collection of blood in the rectus sheath. This is known complication of abdominal trauma, surgery and excessive strain on the abdominal musculature. It can mimic most other abdominal emergencies, like acute appendicitis, diverticulitis, pancreatitis, or ruptured aortic aneurysm. Uses of anti–platelet and anti–coagulant therapies are risk factors, which lead to an increase incidence in patients without obvious precipitating events. Common symptoms are abdominal pain, abdominal lump and fever. Blood investigation indicate fall in hemoglobin and platelet counts. USG is useful radiological investigation but CT scan is method of choice. Management is conservative monitor hemoglobin and coagulation profile, prognosis is usually good and resolution occurs in most patients. Invasive procedures and surgery are associated with morbidity and rarely required.

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Dr. Sachin A. Suryawanshi, Dr. Shazia malik, SPONTANEOUS RECTUS SHEATH HEMATOMA : Case Report, International Journal of Scientific Research, Volume : 5 | Issue : 11 | November 2016

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