Cocaine-associated hemoperitoneum following atraumatic splenic rupture: a case report and literature review
Conclusion:
Although uncommon, atraumatic splenic rupture should be recognized early because it is potentially fatal. This case is the first to describe hemoperitoneum of splenic etiology following cocaine use.
Source: World Journal of Emergency Surgery - Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Faris AzarElisha BrownsonTracey Dechert Source Type: research