Atraumatic Splenic Rupture Secondary to the Use of Anticonvulsants: A Case Report from Libya

Authors: Abdunnabi Ahmed Rayes*

DOI: 10.23880/jidtm-16000189

Volume 8, Issue 2

Abstract

Atraumatic/spontaneous splenic rupture (ASR/SSR), is defined as its rupture without an obvious cause. In addition to trauma, splenic rupture can be caused by medical conditions like infections, malignancies, the use of some medications, after colonoscopy among others. It is a rare condition accounting to about 0.1- 0.5% of the admissions. Our case had ASR but did not show any symptoms or signs of peritoneal irritation or shock that make it has some peculiarities.

Keywords: Atraumatic Splenic Rupture; Anticonvulsant

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