Splenic trauma during colonoscopy.
A case of splenic rupture following therapeutic colonoscopy is described, and previously reported cases are reviewed. The occurrence of this event and the associated circumstances are often unpredictable. A high index of suspicion is the key to the diagnosis of this rare but potentially lethal complication.
Colarian
J
J
V. A. Medical Center, Dept. of Gastroenterology, Allen Park, MI.
Alousi
M
M
Calzada
R
R
D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D003113:Colonoscopy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013154:Spleen / Q000293:injuries; D013161:Splenic Rupture / Q000209:etiology*