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What are the first things i should do if i know someone's spleen has ruptured?
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Go to hospital: You should go to the hospital immediately. The spleen is very vascular and if it ruptures, the abdominal cavity can fill with blood very quickly leading to a rapid drop in blood pressure, loss of consciousness, and possibly death. After being evaluated by the emergency physician and possibly having surgery, a few vaccines may be necessary to prevent some infections.
Answered 7/20/2012
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911: A ruptured spleen will cause a quick death if not treated promptly.
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