Haematoma of the rectus abdominis muscle. Its aetiology and A review of 10 cases

Abstract

Ten cases of rectus abdominis haematoma presenting as acute abdominal emergencies are reviewed. The possible aetiological factors, clinical features, and difficulties in diagnosis are discussed. General lines of treatment are indicated and a plea for greater awareness of the condition is made.

Exercise-Induced Bilateral Rectus Sheath Hematomas Presenting As Acute Abdominal Pain with Scrotal Swelling and Pressure: Case Report and Review

“…Exercise-Induced Bilateral RSH e11 RSH has been described in all age groups. Cases are documented in men from 2 to 90 years of age and women from 23 to 84 years (1,(13)(14)(15). However, the most common patients seem to be women in their fifth to sixth decade of life.…”