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Splenic hemangiomatosis with osseous involvement
V K Dixit1, H Sharma, K S Ratnakar
1Department of Gastroenterology, Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences, Punjagutta, Hyderabad.
Summary
A rare case of splenic hemangiomatosis with bone involvement in the upper extremity was documented. This condition, involving the spleen and bone, was diagnosed using imaging and confirmed by histology.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Malformations
- Radiology
- Histopathology
Background:
- Splenic hemangiomatosis is a rare vascular tumor of the spleen.
- Bone involvement in splenic hemangiomatosis is exceptionally uncommon.
Observation:
- A patient presented with clinical and imaging findings suggestive of splenic hemangiomatosis.
- Radiological evaluation included ultrasonography and CT scan of the abdomen.
- X-ray of the left forearm revealed abnormalities consistent with osseous hemangiomatosis.
Findings:
- Diagnostic imaging (ultrasound, CT) indicated splenic hemangiomatosis.
- Skeletal abnormalities in the upper extremity were identified via X-ray.
- Histological examination confirmed osseous hemangiomatosis, establishing a rare co-occurrence.
Implications:
- This case highlights the potential for splenic hemangiomatosis to manifest with extranodal involvement, specifically in bone.
- It underscores the importance of comprehensive imaging and histological correlation in diagnosing rare vascular conditions.
- Further research may elucidate the pathogenesis and optimal management of such rare presentations.
