Splenoma

Splenoma is a benign tumor of the spleen. It is a neoplasm consisting of connective and lymphoid tissue of the spleen.

Splenoma is rare and is most often diagnosed incidentally during examination for other reasons. The tumor can be single or multiple. Sizes vary from a few millimeters to giant tumors occupying the entire spleen.

Clinical manifestations of splenoma are nonspecific. Small tumors are usually asymptomatic. Large tumors may manifest as pain or a feeling of heaviness in the left hypochondrium, and a feeling of early satiety when eating. Sometimes there is an enlargement of the spleen.

Diagnosis of splenoma is based on ultrasound, computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging of the abdominal organs.

Treatment for splenoma involves surgical removal of the tumor (splenectomy) if it is symptomatic or large. Small asymptomatic splenomas do not require treatment and are observed dynamically.

The prognosis for splenoma is favorable. After tumor removal, relapses are not common.

Splenoma is a rare disease characterized by the proliferation of spleen tissue. This may be due to various factors such as infectious diseases, trauma, tumors and other causes.

Splenoma can lead to various complications, including bleeding from the spleen, infection, and even death. Treatment for splenoma depends on its cause and the severity of the disease. In some cases, surgery or chemotherapy may be required.

However, despite the seriousness of the disease, splenoma is quite rare and can only be diagnosed in a small number of patients. Therefore, if you suspect you have this disease, you should consult a doctor for diagnosis and treatment.