Fatal Retroperitoneal Bleeding Caused by Metastasis of a Sigmoid Carcinoma
2011
Fatal Retroperitoneal Bleeding from Sigmoid Cancer
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Cornelis G. Vos, Arjan W. J. Hoksbergen
Primary Institution: VU University Medical Center
Conclusion
The case highlights the need for high suspicion of retroperitoneal bleeding in patients with a history of cancer and anticoagulant use.
Supporting Evidence
- Retroperitoneal bleeding is rare but can be life-threatening.
- The patient had a history of sigmoid carcinoma and was on anticoagulants.
- The bleeding was caused by cancer metastasis invading a blood vessel.
Takeaway
A 74-year-old woman died from bleeding in her abdomen caused by cancer spreading to a blood vessel, which is very rare.
Methodology
Case report detailing the patient's medical history, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Limitations
Only one case is reported, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
74-year-old female with a history of sigmoid carcinoma.
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