Delayed splenic rupture presenting as unstable angina pectoris: case report and review of the literature.

The diagnosis of delayed rupture of the spleen can be challenging if the history of trauma is remote, or initially missed. Delayed rupture of the spleen can occur in approximately 1% of blunt force injuries to the spleen. We present a difficult case of delayed rupture of the spleen from remote, minor trauma and discuss the literature associated with this injury.