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[Chronic splenic abscess : a case report].

J G Tredoux, F S Hough, G Adams

    South African Medical Journal = Suid-Afrikaanse Tydskrif Vir Geneeskunde
    |July 14, 1984
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    A prolonged splenic abscess in a teen, initially asymptomatic, was diagnosed using imaging. Surgical removal of the spleen (splenectomy) led to a cure, highlighting diagnostic challenges and imaging roles.

    Area of Science:

    • Medicine
    • Radiology
    • Surgery

    Background:

    • Splenic abscesses are rare but potentially fatal infections.
    • Diagnosis can be challenging due to nonspecific symptoms and prolonged asymptomatic periods.

    Observation:

    • A 16-year-old female presented with a splenic abscess of 20 months duration with minimal symptoms.
    • Progressive left hemidiaphragm elevation on chest radiographs indicated massive splenomegaly secondary to the abscess.

    Findings:

    • Imaging modalities including ultrasonography, radionuclide scintigraphy, and computed tomography (CT) confirmed massive splenomegaly.
    • CT demonstrated the highest sensitivity and specificity for diagnosing splenic abscesses.
    • Laparotomy confirmed the splenic abscess, and splenectomy resulted in a complete cure.

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    Implications:

    • The case underscores the importance of considering splenic abscess in patients with unexplained splenomegaly and subtle symptoms.
    • Ultrasonography is a cost-effective screening tool, while CT offers superior diagnostic accuracy for splenic abscesses.
    • Prompt diagnosis and treatment, including splenectomy, are crucial for favorable outcomes in splenic abscess cases.