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Near-fatal spontaneous hepatic rupture associated with anabolic androgenic steroid use: a case report

Abstract

Anabolic androgenic steroids are commonly used at high doses by bodybuilders and athletes to enhance physique and improve performance levels. We report a case of spontaneous hepatic rupture with life-threatening haemorrhage associated with a past history of anabolic steroid use.

  • AAS, anabolic androgenic steroids

https://doi.org/10.1136/bjsm.2006.031617

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