Pathology of the Liver and Spleen - Part 1: Liver Pathology
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Abdomen Exam Prep
Pathology of the Liver and Spleen - Part 1: Liver Pathology
Explore sonographic assessment of splenic pathologies including splenomegaly, infarction, and hemangiomas. Understand how lab values like CBC and LDH correlate with splenic health and identify wedge-shaped hypoechoic lesions. ARDMS, ARRT, and CCI registry exam preparation.
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9:44 lessonSplenomegaly is diagnosed when the adult spleen exceeds 13 cm in length. Splenic infarction typically presents as a wedge-shaped hypoechoic region, while hemangiomas appear as hyperechoic lesions.
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