Traumatic duodenal rupture in a soccer player

Area of Science:

• Trauma Surgery
• Gastrointestinal Surgery
• Sports Medicine

Background:

• Blunt duodenal rupture is a severe injury, often associated with high-energy mechanisms.
• Soccer-related blunt abdominal trauma leading to duodenal rupture is exceedingly uncommon.

Observation:

• A rare case of traumatic duodenal rupture occurred in a soccer player following blunt abdominal trauma.
• The patient sustained a significant impact during the soccer match, leading to the duodenal injury.

Findings:

• The presented case highlights the possibility of duodenal rupture even in seemingly less severe blunt trauma scenarios.
• Literature review indicates that diagnosis can be challenging, often requiring advanced imaging and surgical exploration.

Implications:

• This case underscores the importance of considering intra-abdominal injuries in athletes presenting with abdominal pain after blunt trauma.
• Awareness of this rare injury pattern can improve diagnostic accuracy and timely management in sports medicine and emergency settings.