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What does splenic artery aneurysm measuring 16x15x15 mm seen corresponding to the peripheral calcification in the upper quadrant mean ?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Its a: common "incidental" finding on an abdominal CT or MRI and it means absolutely NOTHING! Hope this helps! Dr Z

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 9/24/2017

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