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Splenic vein thrombosis CT scan

Introduction

Overview

Overview

CT scan is helpful in the diagnosis of splenic vein thrombosis.

CT scan findings

CT scan findings

CT scan is helpful in the diagnosis of splenic vein thrombosis.[1] In patients suspected of PVT, CT scan with or without contrast is first test to be ordered.

Findings on CT scan in splenic vein thrombosis:

  • Hyperattenuated material in splenic vein.
  • Non-enhanced intraluminal filling defect.
[ Source:Case courtesy by S. Rajesh et al.]
References

References

  1. ↑ Schreiner VC, Wilbur AC, Sekosan M (1995). “Intrasplenic venous thrombosis: CT findings”. J Comput Assist Tomogr. 19 (2): 225–7. PMID 7890846.

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