J Korean Radiol Soc.  1984 Jun;20(2):326-329. 10.3348/jkrs.1984.20.2.326.

Ultrasound diagnosis of rectus sheath hematoma

• Hwang MS
• Chang JC
• Rhee CB

• KMID: 2463052
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.3348/jkrs.1984.20.2.326

Abstract

6 cases of rectus sheath hematoma were correctly diagnosed by ultrasound. 2 cases had bilateral rectus sheathhematoma and 4 cases were unilateral. On ultrasound finding, relatively well defined oval or spindle like cysticmass situated in the area of rectus muscle on all cases. Ultrasound examination may give more definite diagnosis and extension of rectus sheath hematoma and also helpful to follow up study of hematoma.

MeSH Terms

Diagnosis*
Follow-Up Studies
Hematoma*
Ultrasonography*