Splenic lesions are often incidentally detected on abdominal-computed tomography (CT),
ultrasound, or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and these can pose a diagnostic …

OBJECTIVE. The purpose of our study was to evaluate whether sonographic
characterization of focal splenic lesions could be improved by using low mechanical index …

In Gaucher disease (GD) imaging of liver and spleen is part of routine follow-up of GD
patients. Focal lesions in both liver and spleen are frequently reported at radiological …

Although traumatic injuries are the cause of common splenic emergencies in the emergency
room, various nontraumatic conditions may also affect the spleen with possible life …

Hamartomas are tumours composed of mesenchymal tissues such as cartilage, fat,
connective tissue and smooth muscle and can be found in virtually any organ system. These …

Primary myelofibrosis is a chronic clonal stem cell disorder that results in a build-up of
marrow fibrosis and dysfunction, hypermetabolic states, and myeloid metaplasia. The …

Despite being well visualized by different crosssectional imaging techniques, the spleen is
many times overlooked during the abdominal examination. The major reason is the low …

Liver iron overload is defined as an accumulation of the chemical element Fe in the hepatic
parenchyma that exceeds the normal storage. When iron accumulates, it can be toxic for the …

Sickle cell disorder (SCD) refers to a spectrum of hematologic disorders that cause a
characteristic clinical syndrome affecting the entire body. It is the most prevalent …

Cross-sectional imaging of the upper abdomen, especially if intravenous contrast has been
administered, will most likely reveal any acute or chronic disease harbored in the spleen …