Liver rupture is rare during pregnancy; however, it is a complication of preeclampsia. Spontaneous liver rupture can occur in patients with hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelets syndrome (HELLP).
Liver hemangiomas are a common type of liver tumor. They’re made up of irregularly arranged blood vessels of varying sizes. Most cases of liver hemangiomas are asymptomatic. However, some people can have symptoms, usually due to rupture, either as a result of traumatic injury or spontaneously.
Rupture of liver hemangiomas is uncommon but can be fatal due to the increased potential for hemorrhaging and severe blood loss.
The exact incidence of hepatic rupture is not known. However, it is thought to be extremely rare.
The spontaneous rupture of liver abscesses rarely occurs, but it can be life-threatening.
Cysts within the liver are a common occurrence and can be found in approximately 1% of the population. The rupture of liver cysts is unusual and does not occur often, but it can be life-threatening. However, hydatid cysts due to echinococcosis can rupture much more frequently, with some data showing almost half of hydatid hepatic cysts rupturing.