A wandering spleen. Detection by In-111 leukocyte imaging

Clin Nucl Med. 1996 Apr;21(4):287-9. doi: 10.1097/00003072-199604000-00004.

Abstract

A wandering spleen is a rare condition characterized by splenic malposition due to congenital maldevelopment or laxity of the supporting ligamentous structures that usually fixate the anatomical position of the spleen. The diagnosis is often difficult to make clinically. In this report, a case is described in which an In-111 oxime labeled leukocyte scan was helpful in making a diagnosis of a wandering spleen.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Humans
  • Indium Radioisotopes*
  • Leukocytes
  • Male
  • Radionuclide Imaging
  • Spleen / abnormalities*
  • Spleen / diagnostic imaging*

Substances

  • Indium Radioisotopes