ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) secondary to splenic rupture after colonoscopy

Rev Esp Enferm Dig. 2022 Apr;114(4):246-247. doi: 10.17235/reed.2022.8541/2021.

Abstract

We have read with interest the recently published case on splenic rupture after colonoscopy. Although this complication is being observed more frequently, in the case presented here, the particularity lies in the myocardial ischemia caused as a consequence of stasis at coronary level, determining a situation of extreme gravity, a diagnostic challenge and a therapeutic emergency.

Publication types

  • Letter

MeSH terms

  • Colonoscopy / adverse effects
  • Coronary Artery Disease* / complications
  • Humans
  • ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction* / complications
  • ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction* / therapy
  • Splenic Rupture* / complications
  • Splenic Rupture* / etiology