A low birth weight infant with unexpected hepatic artery pseudoaneurysm rupture: A case report and review of the literature

Here, we describe an unusual case of a preterm infant presenting with massive bleeding as a result of sudden hepatic artery pseudoaneurysm rupture during exploratory laparotomy. During surgery, this low birth weight infant (1.8 kg) was administered chest compressions and a blood transfusion. However...

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Main Authors: L. Xie (Author), X. Ru (Author), Y. Xu (Author), Y.F. Ouyang (Author), S.Y. Shu (Author)
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Published: IMR Press, 2020-06-01T00:00:00Z.
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Summary:Here, we describe an unusual case of a preterm infant presenting with massive bleeding as a result of sudden hepatic artery pseudoaneurysm rupture during exploratory laparotomy. During surgery, this low birth weight infant (1.8 kg) was administered chest compressions and a blood transfusion. However, he repeatedly experienced massive bleeding episodes and thus received a massive transfusion. The infant shows unbelievable tolerance and tenacious vitality.
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10.31083/j.ceog.2020.03.5159