AIIMS MCQ for MD MS, Medical PG Coaching and Preparations .. NIME | Features of splenic rupture on plain X —ray abdomen

All of the following are features of splenic rupture on plain X —ray abdomen, EXCEPT:
A. Obliteration of psoas shadow
B. Obliteration of splenic outline
C. Obliteration of colonic air bubble
D. Elevation of the lefthemidiaphragm.

Ans. C.

• Features of splenic rupture on plain X-ray abdomen:

1.Obliteration of splenic outline.

2.Obliteration of the psoas shadow.

3.Fracture oflower ribs ofleft side.

4.Free fluid between gas-filled intestinal coils.

5.Elevation of the left hemidiaphragm. Indentation of the gastric air bubble