Splenic vein thrombosis CT scan

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] ; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Vindhya BellamKonda, M.B.B.S [2]

Overview

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

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

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