Near-fatal spontaneous hepatic rupture associated with anabolic androgenic steroid use: a case report

Br J Sports Med. 2007 Jul;41(7):462-3. doi: 10.1136/bjsm.2006.031617. Epub 2007 Jan 15.

Abstract

Anabolic androgenic steroids are commonly used at high doses by bodybuilders and athletes to enhance physique and improve performance levels. We report a case of spontaneous hepatic rupture with life-threatening haemorrhage associated with a past history of anabolic steroid use.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Anabolic Agents / adverse effects*
  • Chemical and Drug Induced Liver Injury*
  • Hematoma / chemically induced*
  • Hematoma / surgery
  • Humans
  • Liver Diseases / surgery
  • Male
  • Postoperative Complications / etiology
  • Rupture, Spontaneous / chemically induced
  • Rupture, Spontaneous / surgery
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Weight Lifting*

Substances

  • Anabolic Agents