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Nadire Unver Dogan1, Ismihan Ilknur Uysal, Serafettin Demirci

  • 1Department of Anatomy, Selcuklu Medical School, Selcuk University, Konya, Turkey. nunver2003@yahoo.com

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Accessory spleens (AS), extra splenic tissue, were found in 6.7% of forensic autopsies. Understanding AS incidence and location is crucial for surgical outcomes and accurate medical imaging interpretation.

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Area of Science:

  • Anatomy
  • Embryology
  • Forensic Pathology

Background:

  • Accessory spleens (AS) are congenital anomalies resulting from misplaced splenic tissue during embryonic development.
  • These anomalies are typically found near the spleen's hilum but can also be located in the pancreas or omentum.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the incidence and anatomical distribution of accessory spleens (AS) in a large cohort undergoing forensic autopsies.
  • To highlight the clinical significance of AS in surgical procedures and medical imaging.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective analysis of 720 consecutive forensic autopsy cases was conducted.
  • The presence, number, and location of accessory spleens were meticulously documented.

Main Results:

  • Accessory spleens were identified in 48 cases (6.7%), with a total of 54 AS found.
  • The most common locations were the splenic hilum (28 cases), great omentum (13 cases), pancreas (5 cases), and pelvis (2 cases).
  • Multiple AS were observed in a small subset of cases.

Conclusions:

  • Forensic autopsy series provide valuable data on the incidence and distribution of accessory spleens.
  • Awareness of AS is critical to prevent complications following splenectomy and to avoid misdiagnosis during medical imaging.