A spleen rupture involves a powerful blow to the abdomen that can rupture the spleen, allowing large amounts of blood to make its way into the abdominal cavity. This blood loss is often recognized as pleuritic pain and hemodynamic instability. It often only occurs when there is a direct impact to this specific part of the abdomen. This injury is extremely painful and requires medical attention a soon as possible, or death may occur. This type of injury usually requires immediate surgery.
A spleen rupture involves typically a direct blow to that part of the abdomen. While it is not a common injury, depending on the force of the bow, this injury can occur in sporting mishaps, car accidents, or even fistfights.
Some symptoms of a spleen rupture include :
Pain in the upper left abdomen
Confusion, light - headedness and dizziness
Tenderness when you touch your abdomen
Left shoulder pain
Nausea/cramps
Vomiting and rapid heart rate
As mentioned in the before slides, a spleen rupture usually results in a surgical requirement, however, it ultimately depends on the condition the patient’s spleen is in. A minor spleen injury may only require nonsurgical procedures such as blood transfusion if it is necessary. However, major spleen rupture injuries can
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Obviously, the more severe the spleen rupture, the more extensive the recovery will be. Spleen ruptures are actually very dangerous and fatal for people over the age of 55. Even though you can live without a spleen, the spleen still plays a major role in protecting your body from infections that can damage your other vital organs. Antibiotic are normally given 14 days after your surgery in order to prevent infection. Children may need to take these pills every day to prevent infection while adults are not required to take these pills everyday. The usage of a medical alert bracelet is recommended to anyone who has had their spleen
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