Gastric Intramural Hematoma: A Case Report and Literature Review
Open Access
- 1 January 2009
- journal article
- case report
- Published by Hindawi Limited in Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
- Vol. 23 (1) , 19-22
Abstract
Intramural hematoma of the gastrointestinal tract is an uncommon occurrence, with the majority being localized to the esophagus or duodenum. Hematoma of the gastric wall is very rare, and has been described most commonly in association with coagulopathy, peptic ulcer disease, trauma, and amyloid-associated microaneurysms. A case of massive gastric intramural hematoma, secondary to anticoagulation therapy, and a gastric ulcer that was successfully managed with conservative therapy, is presented. A literature review of previously reported cases of gastric hematoma is also provided.Keywords
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