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Splenosis. A report of subcutaneous involvement
B R Baack1, E W Varsa, W H Burgdorf
1Department of Dermatology, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque 87131.
The American Journal of Dermatopathology
|December 1, 1990
Summary
Subcutaneous splenosis, a rare condition, occurred in the abdominal wall 30 years after splenic trauma. This case highlights the potential for delayed splenic tissue implantation and growth in unusual locations.
Area of Science:
- Abdominal Surgery
- Trauma Surgery
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Splenic trauma can lead to delayed complications.
- Subcutaneous splenosis is a rare sequela of splenic injury.
- Previous literature documents limited cases of subcutaneous splenosis.