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This research aims to highlight the diagnosis and management of gastrosplenic fistula in patients with primary splenic lymphoma.

March 7, 2026Journal of the Belgian Society of Radiology0 citationsOpen Access

Gastrosplenic Fistula with Thoracic Extension as a Complication of Primary Splenic Lymphoma

DCDiogo CarvalhoIPO Porto LCLuis CabralIPO Porto JCJoão Nunes CaldeiraIPO Porto

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This research aims to highlight the diagnosis and management of gastrosplenic fistula in patients with primary splenic lymphoma.
Utilized computed tomography (CT) imaging for diagnosis
Identified diaphragmatic and thoracic extensions
Emphasized the importance of early detection
Early diagnosis prevents further thoracoabdominal complications
CT effectively delineates the extent of the fistula
Timely management improves patient outcomes

Abstract

Teaching point: Gastrosplenic fistula, a rare complication of splenic lymphoma, can be diagnosed early with computed tomography (CT), which also delineates diaphragmatic or thoracic extension, facilitating timely management and preventing further thoracoabdominal involvement.

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Carvalho et al. (Thu,) studied this question.

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