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Wandering spleen

G A Lewis, M P Byrne

    The American Surgeon
    |June 1, 1981
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Wandering spleen, a rare condition of splenic hypermobility, can lead to life-threatening torsion. Diagnosis is confirmed via imaging, with surgical removal recommended for symptomatic cases to prevent emergencies.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Abdominal Surgery
    • Radiology

    Background:

    • The spleen is typically secured in the left upper quadrant by five peritoneal reflections.
    • Congenital or acquired laxity of these attachments can lead to splenic hypermobility.

    Observation:

    • This rare condition, termed wandering spleen, results in a mobile spleen with a vascular pedicle.
    • Splenic torsion is a significant complication, often presenting as an acute abdominal emergency.

    Findings:

    • Symptomatic patients exhibit a distinct clinical presentation suggestive of wandering spleen.
    • Diagnosis is definitively established through spleen-specific isotopic imaging or ultrasonography.

    Implications:

    • Immediate surgical removal (splenectomy) is indicated for symptomatic wandering spleen to manage torsion.
    • A conservative, nonoperative approach is recommended for asymptomatic cases to prevent postsplenectomy septicemia.