Chronic torsion of the wandering spleen

Pediatr Radiol. 1989;19(6-7):465-7. doi: 10.1007/BF02387660.

Abstract

Torsion of a wandering spleen can occasionally produce chronic disabling clinical findings that are mistaken for a variety of digestive disturbances. Since the clinical complaints are misleading, a correct and timely radiographic analysis can prevent an extensive but unnecessary pursuit of other more common conditions. Images of an ectopic, enlarged, disoriented spleen with a devitalized parenchyma and adherent pseudocapsule can quickly establish the diagnosis of chronic splenic torsion.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Chronic Disease
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Spleen / abnormalities*
  • Splenic Diseases*
  • Torsion Abnormality