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Can a ruptured spleen cause sudden death?
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Yes: The spleen is a organ that filters and recycles old red blood cells and may trap some white blood cells. Because it is full of blood cells, if it ruptures, it can result in massive internal bleeding and is an emergent situation to be seen in er and may need surgery to stop bleeding or repair or remove spleen.
Answered 10/12/2019
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Maybe: Ruptured spleen will cause internal bleeding. If the injury is severe and there is no medical treatment available, then it is possible to die from internal bleeding.
Answered 9/18/2013
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