Wandering Spleen: An Overview

An ectopic (or “wandering”) spleen results from abnormal ligamentous laxity failing to fixate the spleen in its normal location in the left upper quadrant. Ligamentous laxity can be acquired due to conditions such as splenomegaly or pregnancy, but is often congenital. As a result of this laxity, the...

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Published in:Current problems in diagnostic radiology 2018-01, Vol.47 (1), p.68-70
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Contrast Media
Diagnosis, Differential
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Tomography, X-Ray Computed - methods
Wandering Spleen - diagnostic imaging
Wandering Spleen - surgery
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