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Wandering Spleen, A Rare Cause of Acute Abdomen: A Case Report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Study design: Case Report

Abstract: A wandering spleen (WS) is rare and often presents a diagnostic challenge to clinicians. We report a WS in a 16-year-old who presented with abdominal pain, vomiting, and peritonism. Imaging (ultrasound and CT scans), which usually facilitates a prompt diagnosis, was inconclusive, and the diagnosis was made by exploratory laparotomy.

Source: Clinical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.71204

Authors: John Kanyiri Yambah, Kojo Amanfo Ninson, Abdul Samed Sulemana, Richardson Edwin Annan, Vishnu Nene Limon Abayateye, Gifty Aba Donkor, Moses Dokurugu, Ninnang Tobias

Institutions: University of Education, Winneba, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Tamale Teaching Hospital, Holy Family Hospital

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: $1,820

OpenAlex ID: W4414970292

FWCI: 1.785

Cites: 17

Cited by: 2

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