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Splenic herniation. Case report.

D V Roy1, C W Pattison, E R Townsend

  • 1Department of Thoracic Surgery, Harefield Hospital, Uxbridge, England.

Scandinavian Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
|January 1, 1988
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A rare case of splenic herniation causing spurious hypertension is presented. Computerized tomography (CT) is crucial for diagnosing posterior diaphragmatic masses, preventing misdiagnosis.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Case Study
  • Diagnostic Imaging
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Splenic herniation is a rare condition where the spleen protrudes through an abnormal opening.
  • Spurious hypertension can be a misleading symptom, potentially masking underlying anatomical abnormalities.

Observation:

  • A patient presented with symptoms suggestive of hypertension, leading to a provisional diagnosis.
  • Computerized tomography (CT) was utilized for diagnostic imaging.

Findings:

  • The CT scan revealed a diaphragmatic herniation involving the spleen.
  • This anatomical anomaly was the cause of the spurious hypertension, not essential hypertension.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of considering rare anatomical causes for seemingly common conditions like hypertension.

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  • Emphasizes the diagnostic utility of CT scans in identifying posterior diaphragmatic abnormalities.
  • Underscores the need for thorough investigation to avoid misdiagnosis in complex clinical presentations.