True Spontaneous Splenic Rupture Mimicking Peptic Ulcer Disease: A Case Report
This case illustrates that true spontaneous rupture can occur in a histologically normal spleen and may mimic peptic ulcer disease in presentation. Recognizing atypical features and ensuring timely imaging are crucial, especially in resource-limited settings where delayed diagnosis increases mortality.
Authors
- Dereje G. Andargie
- Biruk Tesfahun Mengistie (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-4647-111X)
- Chernet T. Mengistie (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-0061-6458)
- Bel Ami
- Zelalem L. Adigeh
Institutions
- Kirwan Health Campus (AU)
- University of Kigali (RW)
- University of Rwanda (RW)
- Rwanda Biomedical Center (RW)
- Addis Ababa University (ET)
- Bahir Dar University (ET)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Clinical Medicine Insights Case Reports
- Published
- 2025-12-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1177/11795476251401285
- Primary Topic
- Abdominal Trauma and Injuries
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00