Splenic injury from gunshot wounds to the chest without diaphragmatic or peritoneal violation: case reports

J Trauma. 1991 Nov;31(11):1561-2. doi: 10.1097/00005373-199111000-00021.

Abstract

Three cases of isolated splenic injury without peritoneal penetration are described. Two patients were explored because of bullet trajectory, one was explored because of a positive physical examination. Two patients had minor splenic injuries. One required splenorrhaphy. A review of intraperitoneal injury from extraperitoneal gunshot wounds is presented.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Diaphragm / pathology*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Peritoneum / pathology*
  • Spleen / injuries*
  • Spleen / pathology
  • Thoracic Injuries / pathology*
  • Wounds, Gunshot / pathology*