[Management of patients with liver traumas]

Ugeskr Laeger. 2014 Sep 15;176(38):V05140270.
[Article in Danish]

Abstract

Development of a hepatic pseudoaneurysm (HPA) is a well-known, yet rare complication after liver trauma. We found 135 cases reported in the literature since 1965. Ruptured HPAs may have severe consequences with sudden massive haemorrhage and death. A clear strategy towards diagnosis and management of HPA post liver trauma is needed and outlined in this paper. We recommend early detection and definitive treatment before enlargement and rupture.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Algorithms
  • Aneurysm, False* / diagnosis
  • Aneurysm, False* / diagnostic imaging
  • Aneurysm, False* / etiology
  • Aneurysm, False* / therapy
  • Angiography
  • Humans
  • Liver / injuries*
  • Wounds, Nonpenetrating / diagnosis