CT of splenosis: patterns and pitfalls.

Abstract

OBJECTIVE:

After traumatic splenic injury or splenectomy, small isolated spleens may develop. These implants are not limited to the left upper quadrant, and splenosis in other locations can mimic other pathologic entities. This pictorial essay presents the range of appearances of intraabdominal and pelvic splenosis.

CONCLUSION:

Radiologists can suggest or establish the correct diagnosis of splenosis in the appropriate clinical setting, particularly in less typical cases, to avert unnecessary tissue sampling.

• Authors: Spencer T Lake, Pamela T Johnson, Satomi Kawamoto, Ralph H Hruban, Elliot K Fishman
• Journal: AJR. American journal of roentgenology (AJR Am J Roentgenol) Vol. 199 Issue 6 Pg. W686-93 (Dec 2012) ISSN: 1546-3141 [Electronic] United States
• PMID: 23169741 (Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)

Chemical References

• Contrast Media

Topics

• Contrast Media
• Diagnosis, Differential
• Humans
• Spleen (injuries)
• Splenectomy
• Splenosis (diagnostic imaging, etiology)
• Tomography, X-Ray Computed (methods)