Spontaneous Rupture of the Liver Presenting as Scrotal Bruising

ABSTRACT

We describe a case of spontaneous rupture of the liver in a neonate, presenting with features consistent with testicular torsion. Ruptured liver has been well described in neonates following birth trauma, coagulation defects, and Group B Streptococcal infection. The etiology in our case remains undefined.

KEYWORD

Spontaneous rupture of liver - scrotal bruising

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