Symptoms And Complications Of Hemoperitoneum

Shock From Blood Loss

Shock from blood loss is also known as hemorrhagic or hypovolemic shock. This can happen in cases of extreme blood loss such as in hemoperitoneum. Blood flow is essential for delivering oxygen and nutrients needed for basic cellular function throughout the body. Not only does it supply the bones and muscles with these nutrients, but it also supplies essential organs with them. With hemoperitoneum, blood is collecting in the abdominal cavity and not consistently circulating throughout the body. This causes muscle weakness, blue-colored extremities, shallow breathing, and a weak pulse. Complications of hemorrhagic shock can include damage to vital organs. If blood loss is left uncontrolled, organs will begin to fail, which can quickly lead to death.