99mTc-sulphur-colloid and heat-denatured 99mTc-labelled red cell scans demonstrating a giant intrapelvic spleen in a girl after splenectomy
Journal
Pediatric Radiology
Journal Volume
31
Journal Issue
4
Pages
283-285
Date Issued
2001
Author(s)
Kao P.-F.
KAI-YUAN TZEN
Tsai M.-F.
Lin J.-N.
Abstract
A 17 x 12 x 5-cm giant intrapelvic mass in a 14-year-old girl is reported. This mass developed 6 years after a splenectomy for splenic torsion. The heat-denatured 99mTc-labelled red cell scan and 99mTc-sulphur-colloid scan confirmed the specific red cell sequestration function and reticuloendothelial activity in the giant intrapelvic spleen. The size and development of the giant intrapelvic spleen are unusual. The usefulness of functional images to diagnosis the nature of the intrapelvic mass is well demonstrated.
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journal article