title: Splenic cysts in the pediatric population: a report of 21 cases with review of the literature.
abstract: Splenic cysts are rare lesions that can occur in parasitic and non-parasitic forms. Because they are uncommon, the classification, pathogenesis, and management techniques are still debated. The continual review of splenic cyst cases in the pediatric population is essential for establishing a clear diagnosis and course of treatment. This report presents 21 cases of pediatric splenic cysts observed at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta over an 18 year period (1993-2011). The cases include both parasitic and and nonparasitic cysts. The current splenic cyst classification and treatment methods are analyzed through a review of the current theories and based on our experiences.
authors.affiliation: Department of Pathology, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia, USA.
authors.forename: M G
authors.initials: MG
authors.lastname: Hodge
authors.forename: R R
authors.initials: RR
authors.lastname: Ricketts
authors.forename: S F
authors.initials: SF
authors.lastname: Simoneaux
authors.forename: C R
authors.initials: CR
authors.lastname: Abramowsky
authors.forename: N
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Elawabdeh
authors.forename: B M
authors.initials: BM
authors.lastname: Shehata
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D003560:Cysts / Q000209:etiology / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013156:Splenectomy; D013158:Splenic Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery