Liver rupture

Liver rupture refers to rupture of the liver caused by the action of blunt organs, and is a common disease in abdominal trauma. Liver rupture accounts for about 15% of various abdominal injuries. Generally, there is more rupture of the right liver than left liver. The liver is located on the right subcondyle and deep ribs, and is protected by the thorax and diaphragm. It is generally not easy to damage, but because the liver is fragile, the blood vessels are rich, and it is fixed by the surrounding ligaments, it is also vulnerable to external violence or sharp stab wounds. Causes rupture and bleeding. When the liver is enlarged due to a lesion, it is more likely to be injured by external force.

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