Need some help !!!

Hi,
My wife (33 yrs old, in very good health condition) just had the yearly check-up including an abdominal ultrasound. Below is part of the result:

"More importantly in the left upper quadrant medial to the spleen is a hypoechoic round heterogeneous mass with increase blood flow in it and it measures 3.8 x 3.5 x 3.1 cm. It

[Kevin Pho, MD]

I agree with the CT scan.  Possibilities can include a cyst, pseudocyst, infection, abscess or cancer.  Cancer clearly would be the worst-case scenario and needs to be ruled out.  A CT scan can further evaluate this.  If still not conclusive, an MRI or endoscopic ultrasound can be considered.  

These options can be discussed with a GI specialist.

Followup with your personal physician is essential.

This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.

Kevin, M.D.
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