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Retroperitoneal ectopic spleen identified during emergency laparotomy
Burcu Belen Aydoğmuş1, Mehlika Bilgi Kırmacı2, Muberra Konur1
1Department of Medical Pathology, Surgical Medical Sciences, Afyonkarahisar Health Sciences University Faculty of Medicine, Afyonkarahisar-Türkiye.
Summary
Ectopic splenic tissue, or spleen tissue outside its normal location, can mimic tumors. This case highlights a large retroperitoneal mass diagnosed as ectopic spleen, emphasizing accurate imaging and pathology for rare presentations.
Area of Science:
- Medicine
- Pathology
- Radiology
Background:
- Ectopic splenic tissue is splenic tissue found outside the spleen's normal anatomical position.
- It is commonly located near the splenic hilum but can occur in atypical sites.
- Unusual locations can lead to misdiagnosis as tumors on radiological imaging.