Spontaneous splenic rupture secondary to metastatic malignant spindle cell tumour
Singapore medical journal
;
: e208-10, 2012.
Article
in English
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-249632
ABSTRACT
We report a case of pathological splenic rupture as a manifestation of malignant metastatic spindle cell tumour. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case report of an atraumatic-pathological rupture of the spleen secondary to metastatic malignant spindle cell tumour. A 63-year-old man with a previous history of right upper limb amputation for an axillary malignant spindle cell tumour was admitted with an acute abdomen. Computed tomography showed a ruptured spleen. The patient subsequently underwent splenectomy. Histopathology confirmed the presence of malignant metastatic spindle cell tumour. Pathological splenic rupture is a rare manifestation of metastatic malignant spindle cell tumour. Background oncological history and thorough examination of the musculoskeletal system may provide important clues to make a prompt diagnosis.
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Main subject:
Pathology
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Rupture, Spontaneous
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Sarcoma
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Spleen
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Splenectomy
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Splenic Neoplasms
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Splenic Rupture
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Diagnostic Imaging
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Tomography, X-Ray Computed
Type of study:
Diagnostic study
Limits:
Humans
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Male
Language:
English
Journal:
Singapore medical journal
Year:
2012
Type:
Article
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