Extrinsic Indentation at Gastric Fundus by Splenic Lymphangioma / 대한소화기내시경학회지
Korean Journal of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
;
: 20-23, 2011.
Article
in Korean
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-38835
ABSTRACT
Splenic lymphangioma is a very rare benign condition, and it is classified as one of the cystic proliferations of the spleen. This is considered to result from developmental malformation of the lymphatic system. Splenic lymphangioma is usually seen in children and it is often found incidentally. Herein, we report on an unusual case of splenic lymphangioma in an adult. A 66-year-old woman presented with abdominal pain. On esophagogastroduodenoscopy, the gastric fundus was externally compressed by an extrinsic mass. Computed tomography revealed multiple cystic masses in the spleen. Laparoscopic splenectomy was then performed. The histology revealed multiple splenic lymphangiomas. This case showed an unusual presentation of splenic lymphangioma as gastric extrinsic compression, and this should be examined by imaging studies.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Spleen
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Splenectomy
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Abdominal Pain
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Endoscopy, Digestive System
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Gastric Fundus
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Lymphangioma
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Lymphatic System
Limits:
Adult
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Aged
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Child
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Female
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Humans
Language:
Korean
Journal:
Korean Journal of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Year:
2011
Type:
Article
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