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2023 Jan 04


Int J Surg Case Rep


102

Wandering spleen: An unsuspected presentation at a general hospital in Uganda.

Authors

Salvador L, Agaba L, Mukisa B, Amone J, Odaga J
Int J Surg Case Rep. 2023 Jan 04; 102:107863.
PMID: 36608635.

Abstract

Wandering spleen is an uncommon condition marked by splenic hypermobility due to laxity or underdevelopment of the supporting splenic ligaments. Patients may be asymptomatic, have a palpable mass in the abdomen, or exhibit acute, long-lasting, or sporadic symptoms as a result of the spleen's pedicle torsion. The management should be determined by the spleen's vitality.