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History:
At the age of 3.5 months, there was a short disturbance in breathing while lying on the stomach (tachypnea). Otherwise, the child was completely healthy. Presentation to pediatrician, X-rays were performed on the 1st and 2nd day of admission in the pediatric department. This was delayed due to a pertussis infection.
Radiological findings:
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X-Ray 1:
Thorax ap, Half-spherical opacity over the left diaphragm medially. Lung is unremarkable.
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X-Ray 2:
Thorax lateral, Curved area in the hind diaphragmal area.
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MRI 1:
T1-weighted, coronal:
Obvious curving of a parenchymal organ in the thorax.
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MRI 2:
T1-weighted, coronal:
Anatomic identification of the curved structure as the spleen.
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MRI 3:
T1-weighted, saggital:
Curving in the hind diaphragmal area.
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OP-Situs 1:
laparoscopic intraoperative situation, Spleen is located in a pocket.
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OP-Situs 2:
laparoscopic intraoperative situation, after luxation of the spleen.
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