Abstract
Simple liver cysts (SLC) are the most common liver tumors. They are usually asymptomatic but large cysts may produce symptoms. The aim of this article is to report a rare complication of SLC. We report the case of a 61-year-old woman with a history of multiple SLCs who sought medical care due to sudden abdominal pain not associated with trauma. A probable diagnosis of spontaneous rupture was made, and the patient underwent computed tomography (CT) scan of the abdomen which confirmed the suspicion. Conservative treatment was decided, with favorable outcome. After the acute episode the patient underwent surgery and the cysts were unroofed. Rupture of SLC is a rare complication that usually presents with abdominal pain. There is no standard of care due to the low incidence of this complication. The conservative approach is a good option in patients without signs of peritonitis, while emergency surgery is indicated in patients with acute abdomen
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