Rectus sheath hematoma (RSH) is an uncommon but significant cause of acute abdominal pain in pregnancy, challenging in both diagnosis and treatment. It often arises from ruptured epigastric vessels and is associated with factors like anticoagulation therapy and previous abdominal surgery. Misdiagnosis, due to nonspecific symptoms, frequently leads to unnecessary surgeries, posing substantial risks to maternal and fetal health.
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