THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

MEDICAL

SPLEEN

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Failure of fusion of splenic masses leads to
A
Splenic notch
B
Accessory spleen
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Splenosis, which is relatively rare, is distinct from accessory spleens, which is more common. Accessory spleens are congenital, are supplied by the splenic artery, are usually few in number, and are usually found near the splenopancreatic or gastrosplenic ligament.

Detailed explanation-2: -Accessory spleens are almost located on the left side of human body. The splenic hilum and tail of the pancreas are the most common anatomical sites.

Detailed explanation-3: -An accessory spleen is an additional tissue of the spleen that may be found near the spleen. It is a congenital anomaly of the spleen that its incidence has been reported 10-30% of the population.

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