Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog diagnosed with isolated splenic torsion using CT scan
By Patsikas, M N et al.·Published in Veterinary radiology & ultrasound : the official journal of the American College of Veterinary Radiology and the International Veterinary Radiology Association·2001·Department of Clinical Sciences·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Computed tomography diagnosis of isolated splenic torsion in a dog.
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Plain-English summary
A 5-year-old male Labrador was brought in for vomiting and abdominal pain. The veterinarian used a CT scan to diagnose isolated splenic torsion, which is when the spleen twists and cuts off its blood supply. This condition was not detected with regular X-rays or ultrasounds. The dog received treatment to untwist the spleen and is expected to recover well after surgery.
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Abstract
Isolated splenic torsion in a dog was diagnosed using computed tomography (CT). The enlarged non enhanced spleen and a twisted soft tissue mass effect represented the rotated pedicle were the main findings. Abdominal radiography and ultrasonography were not conclusive.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11405265/