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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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Full text: Available Index: WPRIM (Western Pacific) Main subject: Pathology / Rupture, Spontaneous / Sarcoma / Spleen / Splenectomy / Splenic Neoplasms / Splenic Rupture / Diagnostic Imaging / Tomography, X-Ray Computed Type of study: Diagnostic study Limits: Humans / Male Language: English Journal: Singapore medical journal Year: 2012 Type: Article

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Full text: Available Index: WPRIM (Western Pacific) Main subject: Pathology / Rupture, Spontaneous / Sarcoma / Spleen / Splenectomy / Splenic Neoplasms / Splenic Rupture / Diagnostic Imaging / Tomography, X-Ray Computed Type of study: Diagnostic study Limits: Humans / Male Language: English Journal: Singapore medical journal Year: 2012 Type: Article