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Axial CT scan demonstrating a right intra-abdominal rim enhancing lesion.
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Subsequent abdominal computed tomography (CT) showed a large, rim enhancing fluid collection in the right upper abdomen concerning for abscess (see Figures 1, 2).
Coronal CT scan demonstrating a right intra-abdominal rim enhancing lesion.
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Subsequent abdominal computed tomography (CT) showed a large, rim enhancing fluid collection in the right upper abdomen concerning for abscess (see Figures 1, 2).
Fragments of splenic tissue with patchy hemorrhagic necrosis consistent with splenic infarction.
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Pathological evaluation revealed the tissue to be consistent with a splenic infarction (see Figure 3).
Laparoscopic image showing congestion and ischemia of the accessory spleen in situ.
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However, due to persistent fevers and uncontrolled abdominal pain, the patient ultimately underwent removal of the infarcted splenule via laparoscopic assisted excision (see Figure 4).