Aortic bifurcation rupture after blunt abdominal trauma in a child: a case report

Area of Science:

• Pediatric Surgery
• Trauma Surgery
• Vascular Injury

Background:

• Aortic injuries secondary to blunt abdominal trauma are exceedingly rare in pediatric populations.
• Literature documents only a handful of pediatric cases over the last four decades.

Observation:

• A 2-year-old boy sustained severe blunt abdominal trauma.
• The patient presented with a rupture at the aortic bifurcation, a critical vascular structure.

Findings:

• The case highlights the successful diagnosis of aortic bifurcation rupture in a young child.
• Effective management strategies were employed, leading to the patient's survival.

Implications:

• This case expands the understanding of pediatric blunt abdominal trauma complications.
• It underscores the importance of considering rare but life-threatening vascular injuries in pediatric trauma evaluations.
• The successful outcome suggests potential for improved management protocols in similar pediatric cases.