Hematoma

Hematoma is the American spelling of haematoma, which is an abnormal swelling of clotted blood within a muscle or tissue layer.

 

Causes of hematoma

A hematoma may occur after blunt trauma, especially if the person is on anticoagulants. It may also occur after injections or after surgery.

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Dr Sheila Strover (Editor)
BSc (Hons), MB BCh, MBA

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