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The Wanderer: Acute Abdomen Secondary to a Wandering Spleen

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Wandering spleen is a rare condition resulting from the absence or laxity of peritoneal attachments, allowing the spleen to migrate within the abdominal cavity. While some patients may remain asymptomatic, others can develop life-threatening complications such as splenic torsion, infarction, and bowel obstruction. This case report highlights one of the complications of wandering spleen and the importance of timely diagnosis and intervention.

Source: Case Reports in Radiology

DOI: 10.1155/crra/6697671

Authors: Toni Lombardo, Rishi R. Shah, Joseph Mazzie

Institutions: New York Institute of Technology, Nova Southeastern University

Language: English

Topic: Abdominal Trauma and Injuries

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $790