| Literature DB >> 3509146 |
J J Gaines1, J H Crosby, M Vinayak Kamath.
Abstract
We present a case of thoracic splenosis diagnosed by tru-cut needle biopsy, which yielded histologically normal splenic tissue. This is the first report of a diagnosis of thoracic splenosis by needle biopsy. The patient had a history characteristic of thoracic splenosis. Autotransplanted splenic tissue functions and may provide some defense against serious infections. A conservative approach to diagnosis offers the advantages of preserving splenic tissue and avoiding thoracotomy.Entities:
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Year: 1986 PMID: 3509146 DOI: 10.1164/arrd.1986.133.6.1199
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Am Rev Respir Dis ISSN: 0003-0805