A Case of Ruptured Splenic Artery Aneurysm in Pregnancy
Background. Rupture of a splenic artery aneurysm is rare complication of pregnancy that is associated with a significant maternal and fetal mortality. Case. A multiparous female presented in the third trimester with hypotension, tachycardia, and altered mental status. A ruptured splenic artery aneur...
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doaj-04112afd83b14bf3b0bbb334a06beecd2020-11-25T01:24:58ZengHindawi LimitedCase Reports in Obstetrics and Gynecology2090-66842090-66922014-01-01201410.1155/2014/793735793735A Case of Ruptured Splenic Artery Aneurysm in PregnancyElizabeth K. Corey0Scott A. Harvey1Lynnae M. Sauvage2Justin C. Bohrer3Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Wisconsin, School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, WI 53715, USADepartment of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Women’s Health, University of Hawai‘i, John A. Burns School of Medicine, Honolulu, HI 96813, USADepartment of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Women’s Health, University of Hawai‘i, John A. Burns School of Medicine, Honolulu, HI 96813, USADepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Wisconsin, School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, WI 53715, USABackground. Rupture of a splenic artery aneurysm is rare complication of pregnancy that is associated with a significant maternal and fetal mortality. Case. A multiparous female presented in the third trimester with hypotension, tachycardia, and altered mental status. A ruptured splenic artery aneurysm was discovered at the time of laparotomy and cesarean delivery. The patient made a full recovery following resection of the aneurysm. The neonate survived but suffered severe neurologic impairment. Conclusion. The diagnosis of ruptured splenic artery aneurysm should be considered in a pregnant woman presenting with signs of intra-abdominal hemorrhage. Early intervention by a multidisciplinary surgical team is key to preserving the life of the mother and fetus.http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/793735 |
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A Case of Ruptured Splenic Artery Aneurysm in Pregnancy |
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A Case of Ruptured Splenic Artery Aneurysm in Pregnancy |
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A Case of Ruptured Splenic Artery Aneurysm in Pregnancy |
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A Case of Ruptured Splenic Artery Aneurysm in Pregnancy |
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case of ruptured splenic artery aneurysm in pregnancy |
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Case Reports in Obstetrics and Gynecology |
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2090-6684 2090-6692 |
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2014-01-01 |
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Background. Rupture of a splenic artery aneurysm is rare complication of pregnancy that is associated with a significant maternal and fetal mortality. Case. A multiparous female presented in the third trimester with hypotension, tachycardia, and altered mental status. A ruptured splenic artery aneurysm was discovered at the time of laparotomy and cesarean delivery. The patient made a full recovery following resection of the aneurysm. The neonate survived but suffered severe neurologic impairment. Conclusion. The diagnosis of ruptured splenic artery aneurysm should be considered in a pregnant woman presenting with signs of intra-abdominal hemorrhage. Early intervention by a multidisciplinary surgical team is key to preserving the life of the mother and fetus. |
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