Case Report: Life-saving embolization: a rare case of post-traumatic retroperitoneal hematoma from deep circumflex iliac artery rupture
2024
Life-saving embolization for a rare case of retroperitoneal hematoma
Sample size: 1
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Xu Hong-wei, He Cong
Primary Institution: Department of Radiology, Shaoxing Second Hospital, Shaoxing, Zhejiang, China
Conclusion
The case demonstrates that a retroperitoneal hematoma due to deep circumflex iliac artery rupture can be effectively managed with transcatheter arterial embolization.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient presented with dizziness, fatigue, and hypotension after an electric tricycle accident.
- Contrast-enhanced CT revealed an 18 cm x 10 cm x 5 cm retroperitoneal hematoma with active bleeding.
- Transcatheter arterial embolization successfully stopped the hemorrhage and stabilized the patient.
Takeaway
A woman had a big bruise inside her belly after an accident, and doctors used a special technique to stop the bleeding and help her get better.
Methodology
The patient underwent contrast-enhanced CT and emergent angiography followed by transcatheter arterial embolization using a microcoil.
Participant Demographics
A 66-year-old female with no significant medical history.
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