ISSN 2736-1594
International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology ISSN 2326-7234 Vol. 8 (4), pp. 001-003, April, 2020. © International Scholars Journals
Short Communication
Splenic rupture in neonate with hemolytic anemia
Ozge Serce1, Sevilay Topcuoglu1, Gökmen Kurt1 and Guner Karatekin1,2*
1Neonatology, Zeynep Kamil Children's Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.
2Arakiyeci Hacı Mehmet Mahallesi, Op. Dr. Burhanettin Ustunel Caddesi, No. 10 Uskudar 34668 Istanbul, Turkey.
Accepted 23 July, 2019
Abstract
Splenic rupture is relatively a rare and life threatening situation in the newborn. The classic triad of the disease is shock, anemia, and abdominal distension. Non-traumatic etiologies are seldom and one of them is exchange transfusion which was performed due to underlying erythroblastosis fetalis as discussed. A high index of suspicion and prompt treatment are critical to the survival of these neonates.
Key words: Splenic rupture, neonate, erythroblastosis fetalis, exchange transfusion.