Spleen CT Appearances

Splenic Abscess CT Findings

• Focal
• Low density
• Rim enhancement
• May have air
• Can simulate cyst, cystic tumor, infarct or hemorrhage

Other Information About Splenic Abscess

Etiology:

• Hematogeneous spread
• Infection
• Infarction
• Contamination
• Trauma
• Renal disease

Epidemiology:

• Rare
• Bimodal: typically presents in the 3rd and 6th decades

Presentation:

• Fever
• Abdominal pain
• Nausea and/or vomiting
• Palpable mass

Prognosis:

• Requires treatment
• Mortality has been reported around 47%

Related Pearls: Benign Tumors

Related Lectures:
MDCT Evaluation of the Spleen: Challenges in Diagnosis Part 3
MDCT Evaluation of the Spleen: Challenges in Diagnosis - Part 4
MDCT Evaluation of the Spleen: Challenges in Diagnosis - Part 5