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Massive splenic hematoma in a 5 year old MN Boxer mix

Case Study

Case Study

Massive splenic hematoma in a 5 year old MN Boxer mix

This 5 year old Boxer mix dog presented with abdominal distension. Chemistry wnl, HCT 21.4%

This 5 year old Boxer mix dog presented with abdominal distension. Chemistry wnl, HCT 21.4%

DX

Splenic hematoma

Sonographic Differential Diagnosis

Inflammatory (supperative, necrotizing, eosinophilic, lymphoplasmacytic, granulomatous, pyogranulomatous); Hyperplasia (infectious, immune-mediated, congestion); Infiltration (neoplasia, extramedullary hematopoiesis, amyloidosis

Image Interpretation

Severe massive splenomegaly having diffusely mildly heterogenous hyperechoic echogenicity measuring up to 8cm wide (n < 2.5cm). No focal lesions appreciated. The spleen is visible in every quadrant of the abdomen.

Outcome

Initial splenic aspirates followed by splenectomy. 8 lb spleen removed and biopsies done.

Sampling

FNA/cytology of the spleen – normal splenic parenchymal cells and marked extramedullart hematopoiesis (EMH) with numerous erythroid precursors and megakaryocytes; no evidence of inflammation or neoplasia on these slides.

Histopath of the spleen – splenic hematoma

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Patient Information

Patient Name : Viking Denton/Marty Henderson
Gender : Male, Neutered
Species : Canine
Type of Imaging : Ultrasound
Status : Complete
Liz Wuz Here : Yes
Code : 08_00162

Exam Finding

  • Abdominal Distension

Images

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