Spontaneous Splenic Vein Rupture: Case Report of a Rare Presentation
This case underscores the importance of maintaining a high clinical suspicion in patients with acute, unexplained abdominal pain, and emphasizes the crucial role of emergency physicians in the timely recognition and management of such conditions. Given the scarcity of existing literature, this case provides valuable insight into the presentation and management of spontaneous splenic vein rupture in previously healthy individuals, thereby enhancing clinical awareness of this rare and life-threatening condition.
Authors
- Brittany N Franco
- Amanda Karski
- D.O. Kevin Boehm
Institutions
- Broward Health (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Clinical Practice and Cases in Emergency Medicine
- Published
- 2026-01-14
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.5811/cpcem.47345
- Primary Topic
- Abdominal Trauma and Injuries
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00