Splenic Torsion in a 16-Year-Old Female With a Wandering Spleen: A Case Report

Wandering spleen is a rare clinical condition characterized by excessive mobility of the spleen due to laxity or absence of its supporting ligaments. It may present with non-specific abdominal symptoms or an acute abdomen and peritonitis secondary to torsion of the splenic vascular pedicle. In this article, we report the case of a 16-year-old female who presented to the emergency department with acute abdominal pain and was diagnosed with splenic torsion on contrast-enhanced computed tomography. Prompt surgical intervention was undertaken, resulting in a favorable outcome. This case highlights the importance of early recognition and management of this uncommon but potentially life-threatening condition.