Peripherally calcified splenic cyst

Case contributed by Hamdi Mohamed Isse
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Abdominal pain.

Patient Data

Age: 55 years
Gender: Male

Large peripherally calcified cystic lesion in the upper pole of spleen measuring 7 x 6 cm. No other abnormalities noted.

Ring artifact seen due to defective detector.

Case Discussion

Splenic calcifications can manifest in various shapes and forms and can occur from a different aetiological factors.

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