Splenic embolization for a giant splenic hemangioma in a child: a case report

Abstract Background Splenic hemangioma is the most common benign tumor of the spleen. However, it remains a rare medical condition in children. Although the natural course of splenic hemangioma is slow growth, treatment for large splenic hemangiomas has been recommended due to the risk of spontaneou...

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Main Authors: Woosun Choi, Young Bae Choi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-11-01
Series:BMC Pediatrics
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12887-018-1331-4