Hematoma subcapsular del hígado: morfología y resultados del tratamiento quirúrgico / Hepatic subcapsular hematoma: morphology and results of surgical treatment

RESUMEN: El hematoma subcapsular del hígado (HSH), es una entidad poco frecuente. La mayoría de casos reportados se asocian al embarazo, en el contexto de síndrome de recuento bajo de plaquetas, elevación de enzimas hepáticas, y hemólisis. Otras patologías relacionadas son ruptura de carcinoma hepatocelular, adenoma, hiperplasia nodular focal; y amilosis. El objetivo de este artículo fue reportar morfología y resultados del tratamiento quirúrgico observados en una serie de pacientes con HSH, en términos de morbilidad postoperatoria (MPO). Serie de casos retrospectiva de pacientes con HSH intervenidos de forma consecutiva en Clínica RedSalud Mayor Temuco, entre 2004 y 2019. La variable resultado fue MPO. Otras variables de interés fueron edad, sexo, etiología, diámetro, necesidad de transfusión y tiempo de hospitalización. Se utilizó estadística descriptiva. Se trató a 7 pacientes (71,4 % mujeres), con una mediana de edad de 46 años. La mediana del diámetro del HSH, tiempo quirúrgico y estancia hospitalaria fueron 11 cm, 105 min y 5 días, respectivamente. No hubo necesidad de reintervenciones. Con una mediana de seguimiento de 31 meses, no se verificó MPO ni mortalidad. El HSH es una condición poco frecuente, y la evidencia disponible escasa. Puede asociarse a condiciones benignas y malignas. Requiere un alto índice de sospecha para un diagnóstico oportuno.Su pronóstico depende de la etiología.

SUMMARY: Subcapsular hematoma of the liver (SHL) is a rare entity. The majority of cases are associated with pregnancy, in the context of low platelet count syndrome, elevated liver enzymes, and hemolysis. Other related pathologies are ruptured hepatocellular carcinoma, adenoma, focal nodular hyperplasia, and amyloidosis. The aim of this article was to report morphology and results of the surgical treatment observed in a series of patients with SHL, in terms of postoperative morbidity (POM). Retrospective case series of patients with SHL who were intervened consecutively at Clínica RedSalud Mayor Temuco, between 2004 and 2019. The results variable was MPO. Other variables of interest were age, sex, etiology, diameter, need for transfusion, and length of hospitalization. Descriptive statistics were used; 7 patients (71.4% women) were treated with a median age of 46 years. The median diameter of SHL, surgical time, and hospital stay were 11 months, no POM and mortality were verified. SHL is a rare condition, and the available evidence is scarce. It can be associated with benign and malignant diseases. It requires a high index of suspicion for a timely diagnosis. Its prognosis depends on the etiology.

Hematoma de tabique: informe de dos casos pediátricos / Septal hematoma: Report of two pediatric cases

Los hematomas y abscesos septales constituyen una urgencia en rinología y requieren tratamiento quirúrgico temprano debido al riesgo de complicaciones infecciosas, funcionales y estéticas. Suelen aparecer como consecuencia de un traumatismo nasal, aunque también se han descrito en relación con otros desencadenantes. La acumulación de sangre o pus entre el mucopericondrio y el cartílago septal causa lesión por necrosis avascular en el cartílago y la destrucción de este.Desde el punto de vista clínico, se presenta como insuficiencia ventilatoria nasal y dolor facial. Con menor frecuencia, el motivo de consulta es deformidad del dorso nasal, epistaxis, rinorrea purulenta y fiebre.Se presentan en este trabajo dos casos clínicos con diagnóstico de hematoma septal que requirieron cirugía.

Hematomas and septal abscesses are an emergency in rhinology and require early surgical treatment due to the risk of infectious, functional, and aesthetic complications. They generally occur as a consequence of nasal trauma, although they have also been described in relation to other triggers. Accumulation of blood or pus between the mucoperichondrium and septal cartilage, causes avascular necrosis injury to the cartilage with cartilage destruction.Clinically it presents as nasal ventilatory insufficiency and facial pain. In a lower percentage, the reason for consultation was nasal dorsal deformity, epistaxis, purulent rhinorrhea and fever.We present two clinical cases with septal hematoma. Both required surgery.

Hematoma espontáneo del ligamento ancho luego de un parto vaginal normal: reporte de caso / Spontaneous hematoma of the broad ligament after a normal vaginal delivery: case report / Hematoma espontâneo do ligamento largo após um parto vaginal normal: apresentação de um caso clínico

La hemorragia posparto es una de las principales causas de muerte materna con una elevada morbimortalidad. El hematoma del ligamento ancho representa una entidad inusual, de difícil diagnóstico y alta sospecha clínica. Se presenta el caso clínico de una paciente con un hematoma del ligamento ancho espontáneo luego de un parto vaginal. Se optó por una conducta activa con laparotomía y antibioticoterapia obteniendo una buena evolución con egreso hospitalario a los 30 días. Se realiza la discusión del caso luego de revisar la bibliografía disponible.

Postpartum hemorrhage is one of the main causes of maternal death with high morbidity and mortality. The broad ligament hematoma represents an unusual entity, difficult to diagnose, in which clinical suspicion is determinant. The clinical case of a patient with a spontaneous broad ligament hematoma after a vaginal delivery is presented. An active management with laparotomy and antibiotic therapy was chosen, obtaining a satisfactory evolution with hospital discharge at 30 days. The case is discussed, after reviewing the available bibliography.

A hemorragia pós-parto é uma das principais causas de morte maternal com alta morbidade e mortalidade. O hematoma do ligamento largo representa uma entidade incomum, de difícil diagnóstico e alto suspeita clínica. A presentamos o caso clínico de uma paciente com hematoma espontâneo do ligamento largo, após parto vaginal. Foi optada por conduta ativa com laparotomía e antibioticoterapia, obtendo boa evolução com alta hospitalar após 30 dias. O caso é discutido depois de revisar a bibliografia disponível.

Left ventricular dissecting hematoma caused by tissue stabilizer

Abstract Coronary artery bypass grafting is a commonly performed procedure for coronary revascularization. We describe the successful management of left ventricular dissecting hematoma, caused by the tissue stabilizer, while performing off-pump coronary artery bypass graft procedure.

Técnica Ronaldo Pontes de abdominoplastia em bloco / Ronaldo Pontes block abdominoplasty technique

Introdução: Abdominoplastia é um procedimento não apenas com características estéticas, mas também de reconstrução estrutural da parede abdominal. O objetivo do trabalho é mostrar a experiência dos autores em abdominoplastias, enfocando nos resultados estéticos da cicatriz e a evolução destes pacientes, aplicando as técnicas de ressecção em bloco do Professor Ronaldo Pontes (RP). Métodos: O estudo foi uma série retrospectiva de casos de 124 pacientes, entre março de 2014 a março de 2017, submetidos à abdominoplastia em bloco pela técnica RP. Resultados: Na nossa casuística, demonstrou-se uma mínima incidência de complicações encontradas com a técnica em Bloco RP, em comparação às encontradas na literatura, e, também, demonstrou um número pífio de casos de alterações na cicatrização. Conclusão: A técnica descrita e suas variantes atendem a necessidade de diversos tipos de casos e garantem cirurgias seguras e eficazes, com resultados muito satisfatórios, sendo uma técnica reprodutível.

Introduction: Abdominoplasty involves not only aesthetic characteristics but abdominal wall structural reconstruction. This study aimed to illustrate the authors' experience with abdominoplasty, focusing on the scar's aesthetic results and the evolution of application of the block resection technique of Professor Ronaldo Pontes (RP). Methods: The study included a series of retrospective cases of 124 patients treated between March 2014 and March 2017 who underwent RP block abdominoplasty. Results: In our studies, a minimal incidence of complications and a small number of healing alterations were noted with the RP block technique compared to those found in the literature. Conclusion: A técnica descrita e suas variantes atendem a necessidade de diversos tipos de casos e garantem cirurgias seguras e eficazes, com resultados muito satisfatórios, sendo uma técnica reprodutível.

Sinonasal organising haematoma - a little known entity / Hematoma nasossinusal em organização - uma entidade pouco conhecida

Abstract Introduction: Sinonasal organising haematoma is a recently described, rare, benign inflammatory condition, which closely resembles malignancy in its clinical presentation. Objective: To describe the clinical features of organising haematoma and to review the evolution of surgical options successfully used. Methods: A retrospective review of charts of all patients with a histopathological diagnosis of sinonasal organising haematoma was performed. Results: Six (60%) of the 10 patients were male with a mean age of 47.4 years. All patients had unilateral disease with recurrent epistaxis as the presenting symptom. Maxillary sinus was the most commonly involved sinus. There was no history of trauma in any of the patients. Hypertension (80%) was the most commonly associated comorbidity. Contrast-enhanced CT scan of the paranasal sinuses showed heterogeneous sinus opacification with/without bone erosion. Histopathological examination was diagnostic. Complete endoscopic excision was done in all patients resulting in resolution of the disease. Conclusion: Awareness of this relatively new clinical entity and its evaluation and treatment is important for otolaryngologists, maxillofacial surgeons and pathologists alike. Despite the clinical picture of malignancy, histopathological features of benign disease can safely dispel such a diagnosis.

Resumo Introdução: Hematoma nasossinusal em organização é uma condição inflamatória benigna rara, recentemente descrita, que se assemelha a lesões malignas em sua apresentação clínica. Objetivo: Descrever as características clínicas do hematoma em organização e analisar a evolução das opções cirúrgicas usadas com sucesso. Método: Foi feita a revisão retrospectiva dos prontuários de todos os pacientes com diagnóstico histopatológico de hematoma nasossinusal em organização. Resultados: Seis (60%) dos 10 pacientes eram do sexo masculino, com média de 47,4 anos. Todos os pacientes apresentavam doença unilateral com epistaxe recorrente como sintoma de apresentação. O seio maxilar era o mais comumente afetado. Não havia histórico de trauma em qualquer dos pacientes. Hipertensão (80%) foi a comorbidade mais comumente associada. A tomografia computadorizada dos seios paranasais com contraste mostrou opacificação heterogênea do seio com/sem erosão óssea. O exame histopatológico foi diagnóstico. A excisão endoscópica completa foi feita em todos os pacientes, resultou na resolução da doença. Conclusão: A conscientização a respeito dessa entidade clínica relativamente nova e sua avaliação e tratamento são importantes para os otorrinolaringologistas, cirurgiões buco-maxilo-faciais e patologistas. Apesar do quadro clínico de malignidade, as características histopatológicas da doença benigna podem descartar com segurança esse diagnóstico.

Hematoma subcapsular hepático roto en síndrome HELLP / Ruptured subscapular liver hematoma in context of HELLP syndrome

Background: Ruptured subscapular liver hematoma in context of HELLP syndrome is a rare complication with high mortality. Clinical presentation is nonspecific: epigastric pain, right upper quadrant pain and shoulder pain, should however provide high index of suspicion. Termination of pregnancy is the only definitive treatment with a beneficial effect on the mother and the fetus. According to the hemodynamic status of the patient, treatment can be conservative through hepatic artery embolization, or surgical management, via contained packing of the bleeding area. Aim: To report seven cases of ruptured subscapular liver hematomas treated in a period of 13 years. Material and Methods: Review of medical records of patients discharged with the diagnosis from 2002 to 2015. Results: We identified seven women aged 30 to 44 years, for a total of 86,858 live births. At presentation, mean gestational age was 36 weeks. Five patients reported epigastric pain and three shoulder pain. All patients met the criteria for HELPP syndrome. All patients were operated on, and packing of the bleeding zone was carried out in six. One patient died. Two newborns died. Conclusions: The features of these patients may help in the management of this uncommon but severe condition.

Hematoma traumático de vulva poco frecuente / Uncommon traumatic vulvar hematoma

El hematoma vulvar es la colección de sangre a nivel vulvar. Generalmente es secundario a un trauma obstétrico, lesiones por contusión o relaciones sexuales consensuadas. Se presenta una paciente de 21 años de edad que acude a esta unidad de salud en el mes de enero de 2017, refiriendo que posterior a un acto sexual comenzó a presentar aumento progresivo de volumen de vulva, acompañado de dolor y de dificultad para la deambulación. Se realizó incisión y drenaje del hematoma, se dan puntos hemostáticos, se colocó drenaje y se inició terapia antimicrobiana con ceftriaxone y metronidazol. El hematoma vulvar de la magnitud presentada constituyó una urgencia quirúrgica por el compromiso de la funcionalidad del aparato genitourinario. El drenaje del hematoma y la indicación de antimicrobianos permitió su evolución satisfactoria(AU)

The vulvar hematoma is the collection of blood in the vulvar area. It is usually secondary to obstetric trauma, contusion injuries or consensual sexual relations. We present a 21-year-old patient who came to this health unit in January 2017, reporting that after a sexual intercourse, she began to present a progressive increase in vulvar volume, pain and difficulty in walking. The hematoma was incised and drained, hemostatic stitches were given, drainage was placed and ceftriaxone and metronidazole were the antimicrobial therapy of choice. The vulvar hematoma of this magnitude was a surgical emergency due to the compromised functionality of the genitourinary system. The drainage of the hematoma and the indication of antimicrobials allowed satisfactory evolution(AU)

Hematoma hepático asociada a eclampsia y síndrome de Hellp / Liver hematoma associated with eclampsia and HELLP syndrome

El hematoma subcapsular es una complicación grave elevado riesgo de mortalidad materna y neonatal, se observa como complicación de patologías hipertensivas más frecuentemente, además de otras patologías graves como hígado graso agudo del embarazo, traumatismos, patologías infecciosas. Se instala durante el embarazo o post parto, con manifestaciones clínicas inespecíficas, con grave y rápido deterioro materno que de no diagnosticar y tratar en tiempo y forma. Produce muerte materna en un 75% y fetal 60%. Se presenta un caso de hematoma hepático como complicación de una eclampsia y síndrome de Hellp, que evolucionó en forma favorable. Tratada con electrocoagulación el cual usamos para tratamiento de la hemorragia.

The subcapsular hematoma is a serious complication, with high risk of maternal and neonatal mortality, it is seen as a complication of hypertensive diseases more frequently, busides another serious diseases such as acute fatty liver of pregnancy, trauma, infectious diseases. It is onset occurs during pregnancy or postpartum, with nonspecific clinical manifestations, with severe and rapid material deterioration which of not diagnosed and treated from the beginning could produce maternal death in 75% and fetal 60%. We present a case of liver hematoma as a complication of eclampsia and Hellp syndrome, whose evolution was favorable, treated with electrocoagulation which we use for the treatment of hemorrhage.

Pathological Evaluation of Radiation-Induced Vascular Lesions of the Brain: Distinct from De Novo Cavernous Hemangioma

PURPOSE: We aimed to evaluate the histologic and radiologic findings of vascular lesions after stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) categorized as radiation-induced cavernous hemangioma (RICH). MATERIALS AND METHODS: Among 89 patients who underwent neurosurgery for cavernous hemangioma, eight RICHs from 7 patients and 10 de novo CHs from 10 patients were selected for histopathological and radiological comparison. RESULTS: Histologically, RICHs showed hematoma-like gross appearance. Microscopically, RICH exhibited a hematoma-like area accompanied by proliferation of thin-walled vasculature with fibrin deposits and infiltrating foamy macrophages. In contrast, CHs demonstrated localized malformed vasculature containing fresh and old clotted blood on gross examination. Typically, CHs consisted of thick, ectatic hyalinized vessels lined by endothelium under a light microscope. Magnetic resonance imaging of RICHs revealed some overlapping but distinct features with CHs, including enhancing cystic and solid components with absence or incomplete popcorn-like appearance and partial hemosiderin rims. CONCLUSION: Together with histologic and radiologic findings, RICH may result from blood-filled space after tissue destruction by SRS, accompanied with radiation-induced reactive changes rather than vascular malformation. Thus, the term "RICH" would be inappropriate, because it is more likely to be an inactive organizing hematoma rather than proliferation of malformed vasculature.

Tração hemostática temporária (THT) em ritidoplastias / Temporary hemostatic traction (THT) in rhytidoplasty

Introdução: Na tentativa de desacelerar o processo de envelhecimento, as cirurgias de contorno facial foram estabelecendo-se como técnicas rejuvenescedoras, sendo constantemente aprimoradas, assim como os resultados. Porém, como qualquer procedimento cirúrgico, há a possibilidade de intercorrências e a principal complicação delas é o hematoma. Descontentes com a presença desta complicação, com o uso de drenos e visando menor custo, os autores viram a necessidade de desenvolver uma nova tática cirúrgica chamada tração hemostática temporária - THT. Métodos: Foram incluídas neste estudo todas as ritidoplastias realizadas na Clínica Valle Pereira (Florianópolis, SC), no período compreendido entre maio de 2012 e janeiro de 2013, totalizando 64 pacientes. Todos foram submetidos à nova tática cirúrgica chamada tração hemostática temporária. Resultados: Apenas 2 pacientes apresentaram epidermólise com ótima evolução sob a THT, e 1 caso de edema facial generalizado. Não houve caso com hematoma, em qualquer período pós-operatório. Conclusões: esta nova tática cirúrgica evita o uso de drenos, diminui o espaço morto aumentando a adesão do retalho descolado e, consequentemente, diminui a presença de hematoma, seroma e edema pós-operatório, assim como diminui a tensão cicatricial na incisão da pele, visando aprimorar os resultados das ritidoplastias.

Introduction: To slow the aging process, facial contouring surgery was developed as a rejuvenating technique, and is constantly improving, as are the results. However, as with any surgical procedure, complications are possible, the main one being hematoma. Dissatisfied with the prospect of hematoma and the use of drains, and with a goal of lower costs, the authors felt the need to develop a new surgical procedure, temporary hemostatic traction (THT). Methods: Sixty-four rhytidoplasties, all performed at the Valle Pereira Clinic (Florianópolis, SC, Brazil) from May 2012 to January 2013, were included in this study. All patients underwent the new THT procedure. Results: Only two patients developed epidermolysis with optimal evolution following THT, and one developed generalized facial edema. There were no instances of hematoma at any of the postoperative stages. Conclusions: This new surgical technique avoids the use of drains and decreases dead space, thereby improving flap adhesion, and decreases hematoma, seroma, and postoperative edema; it also decreases tension on the incision, hence improving the results of rhytidoplasty.

Comparison between transsylvian-transinsular and transcortical-transtemporal approach for evacuation of intracerebral hematoma

PURPOSE: Hypertensive cerebral hemorrhage in the basal ganglia is a potentially life-threatening cerebrovascular disease with high mortality. Surgical evacuation is an important treatment for intracerebral hemorrhage. However, little is reported about the comparison on the efficacy of various approaches on the prognosis. METHODS: Clinical data of 80 cases of intracerebral hemorrhage which surgically treated via transsylvian-transinsular approach or transcortical-transtemporal approach were collected. The proportion of post-surgery tracheostomy, incidence of digestive tract hemorrhage, revision surgery, the average length of hospital stay, and the six-month efficacy (defined by an ADL score) rate between these two groups were compared. RESULTS: The six-month efficacy rates were 75% and 50% in patients receiving transsylvian-transinsular and transcortical-transtemporal surgery, respectively (p<0.05). Compared to the transcortical-transtemporal group, the proportion of revision surgery was statistically significantly lower in the transsylvian-transinsular group, (p<0.05). The proportion of post-surgery tracheostomy, the incidence of digestive tract hemorrhage, and the average length of hospital stay were lower in the transsylvian-transinsular group, compared to the transcortical-transtemporal group, but no statistically significant differences were noted in them between the two groups. CONCLUSION: The transsylvian-transinsular approach for evacuation of intracerebral hematoma demonstrates limited complications, shorter length of hospital stay, and improved long-term efficacy and prognosis. These findings suggest this operative approach has potential for wider application.

Comparison on different strategies for treatments of hypertensive hemorrhage in the basal ganglia region with a volume of 25 to 35ml / Comparação de diferentes estratégias no tratamento da hemorragia hipertensiva da região dos gânglios da base com volume de 25 a 35ml

PURPOSE: To compare curative effect of different treatments for hypertensive cerebral hemorrhage of 25 to 35ml. METHODS: In this study, 595 cases were enrolled and grouped regarding treatments including conservative treatment, evacuation with microinvasive craniopuncture technique within 6h and 6-48h after the attack. RESULTS: After follow up for three months after the attack, the assessment based on the Activity of Daily Living (ADL) indicated no significant difference among conservative treatment and surgical interventions (p>0.05). However, surgical interventions showed advantages of shorter hospitalization, quick removal of hematoma and obvious reduction of cost. CONCLUSION: The microinvasive craniopuncture technique to drain the hematoma within 6-48h may be a good way in treating hypertensive hemorrhage of basal ganglia region.

OBJETIVO: Comparar o efeito curativo de diferentes tratamentos da hemorragia hipertensiva cerebral de 25 a 35ml. MÉTODOS: Foram analisados 595 casos agrupados segundo tratamento conservador e evacuação com técnica de punção transcraniana dentro de 6h ou de 6 às 48h do início do quadro clínico. RESULTADOS: O seguimento após três meses e avaliado pelo Escore de Atividade de Vida Diário, indicou que não houve diferenças significantes entre os tratamentos conservador e cirúrgico (p>0.05) O tratamento cirúrgico mostrou vantagem com hospitalização mais curta e redução de custos. CONCLUSÃO: A técnica de punção transcraniana para drenagem de hematoma dos núcleos da base pode ser uma boa alternativa de tratamento.

Epidemiological analysis of 189 cases of traumatic intracranial extradural hematoma treated by surgery / Análisis epidemiológico de 189 casos de hematoma epidural tratados quirúrgicamente

Objective: To analyze the epidemiology, clinical and radiological presentation of patients with extradural hematoma (EDH) who underwent surgery in our service and their neurological status at the time of discharge. Method: We reviewed the charts of 189 patients who were admitted to our service with EDH and were treated surgically, during the period of August 1998 to January 2007. Results: In 49.2 percent the mechanism of trauma was falling; 49.7 percent of the cases had GCS between 13-15; 45.0 percent had skull fractures; 32.8 percent had associated intracranial injuries. Conclusion: We observed that 76.2 percent of surgically treated patients were discharged with minimum or no neurological deficits.

Hematoma after augmentation mammaplasty in a patient with von Willebrand's disease / Hematoma após mamaplastia de aumento em paciente portadora de doença de von Willebrand

We present the case of a patient submitted to augmentation mammaplasty who developed 2 hematoma episodes as a result of von Willebrand's disease, which was not previously diagnosed. As a routine part of preoperative evaluation, the patient should always be tested for von Willebrand's disease. This disease affects 1-3 percent of the population and occurs twice as often as hemophilia. In our case, the patient recovered quite satisfactorily. Preventive and therapeutic approaches are discussed in this paper.

Os autores relatam o caso de uma paciente submetida a mamaplastia de aumento, não diagnosticada previamente como portadora de doença de von Willebrand, que teve dois episódios de hematoma no pós-operatório. Entre os distúrbios de coagulação, a doença de von Willebrand deve ser considerada na avaliação pré-operatória, pois afeta cerca de 1 por cento a 3 por cento da população, não é diagnosticada na maioria das pessoas, além de ser duas vezes mais frequente que a hemofilia. A paciente evoluiu bem no pós-operatório e medidas preventivas e terapêuticas são discutidas neste artigo.

Hematoma masivo esofágico con compromiso supraglótico: reporte de un caso y revisión de la literatura / Massive esophageal hematoma with supraglottic extension: report of a case and review of the literature

Se presenta el caso de un paciente de 67 años de sexo masculino, hipertenso, diabético y usuario de aspirina en dosis anticoagulante, que consulta en el servicio de urgencia por un cuadro de inicio súbito de dolor retroesternal asociado a disnea severa y estridor. La evaluación mediante nasofibroscopfa muestra una gran masa supraglótica que obstruye el 80 por ciento del lumen, compatible con una masa esofágica. La tomograffa computarizada de tórax muestra una imagen compatible con un hematoma disecante esofágico de gran extensión, desde laringe hasta la unión gastroesofágica. El paciente se maneja en forma conservadora mediante observación, analgesia y alimentación párenteral. Se evalúa en forma periódica con tomograffa computarizada y nasofibroscopfa. Evoluciona con reabsorción progresiva del hematoma y disminución del compromiso laríngeo por lo que es dado de alta a los 10 días. Este caso ejemplifica una rara patología que además tiene una forma atípica de presentación, con obstrucción laríngea.

We present a case of a 67 years old hipertense and diabetic male. The patient refered a sudden onset of chest pain associated with severe dysnea and audible stridor. Nasofibroscopy showed a supraglottic mass that obstructed an estimated 80 percent of normal lumen, suggestive of an esophageal mass. Thorax CT scan revealed an ¡mage of a dissecting esophageal haematoma that compromised most of the esophageal extension, beggining at the laryngeal plane. The patient was managed by conservative means, through observation, analgesia and parenteral nutrition. Close follow up, by CT Scan as well as nasofibroscopy. The patient evolved well, with haematoma reabsorption and decrease of laryngeal obstruction being discharged after 10 days of hospitalization. We report a rare entity that presented in an unusual way.

Spontaneous rupture of a varicocoele / Ruptura espontánea de un varicocele

We present the case of a young male with an acute scrotal haematoma due to spontaneous rupture of a spermatic cord varicocoele confirmed by Doppler ultrasonography. After failure of conservative management, surgical exploration was performed with successful evacuation of the scrotal haematoma.

Presentamos el caso de un joven con un hematoma escrotal agudo a causa de la ruptura espontánea de un varicocele de cordón espermático, confirmada por medio de una ultrasonografía de Doppler. Luego de que fracasara un tratamiento conservador, se llevó a cabo una exploración quirúrgica con evacuación exitosa del hematoma escrotal.