Subcapsular Hematoma

Subcapsular Hematoma •Superior external surface of liver showing traumatic laceration of right lobe and secondary subcapsular hematoma ( the dark areas ). •Liver has a sinusoidal circulation and is prone to severe bleed in case of trauma. There is no vascular wall to contract and help stop the bleeding. (Description By:Martin Nadel, M.D. ) (Image Contrib. by: UCHC )