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Christian Ballardo Medina1, Jaime Matus Rojas1, Rodolfo Lopez Hernandez1
1General Surgery, Institute of Social Security and Services for State Workers (ISSSTE), Autonomous University of Sinaloa (UAS), Culiacán, MEX.
Abstract:
Splenic cysts are rare entities, with a barely reported incidence of cases. Giant intraparenchymal cysts are exceptional and may present diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. We report the case of a 22-year-old male presenting with fever, weight loss, and abdominal symptoms. Imaging revealed massive splenomegaly secondary to a large intraparenchymal splenic cyst measuring approximately 13 cm. The patient underwent elective open splenectomy with an uneventful postoperative course. Histopathology confirmed an intraparenchymal splenic cyst.