Atypically located accessory splenic hemangiosarcoma in a Dog: Diagnostic value of triple‐phase computed tomography

Abstract

Abstract A 10‐year‐old Cocker spaniel presented with lethargy. Triple‐phase computed tomography was obtained with a contrast test bolus at the level of porta hepatis, which revealed a right lower abdominal mass. The mass was not connected to other abdominal organs; however, a linear structure was observed connecting the splenic hilum to the mass, which was suspected to be the feeding vessel. The arterial phase image was obtained again with a contrast bolus at the level of the celiac artery. A prominent contrast‐enhanced feeding artery originating from the splenic artery to the mass was observed. Histopathology confirmed an accessory splenic hemangiosarcoma.

Keywords

• canine
• ectopic spleen
• feeding vessel
• test bolus
• tumour origin
• splenic tumour