Spleen

Question 1

ddx on ct scan for splenic masses

Answer 1

rim enhancing – abscess

simple fluid non rim - cyst

irreg borders and heterogenous — solid mass

Question 1

what are the 2 major organisms forming splenic hydatid cysts?

Answer 1

echinoccocus granulosa

echinococcus multilocularis – more severe – north america

Question 2

splenic mets are from where

Answer 2

breast, lung, melanoma

Question 3

mortality from splenic abscess

Answer 3

50%

Question 4

specific precautions for splenic hydatid cyst treatment

anesthesia precaution

Answer 4

do not rupture to avoid anaphylaxis and seeding

have epi on hand

Question 6

splenic abscess characteristics ideal for perc drain

Answer 6

unilocular
no septations, no debris