ISSN:
1432-1998
Keywords:
Ultrasound
;
Abdominal mass
;
Splenomegaly
;
Portal vein thrombosis
;
Pediatrics
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract Portal vein obstruction in childhood produces portal hypertension and hepatopetal collaterals surrounding the obstructed portal vein; this is the “cavernomatous transformation of the portal vein” which is a well defined angiographic entity. Clinically findings are the various manifestations of Banti's syndrome, especially splenomegaly and gastrointestinal bleeding. Ultrasonic diagnosis is possible on the associated findings of splenomegaly, normal liver, a subhepatic sponge like mass corresponding to the hepatopetal collaterals. These signs must be sought in the ultrasonic differential diagnosis of splenomegaly in pediatrics.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00973825
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