Wandering Spleen and Its Laparoscopic Management: A Comprehensive Case Report and Review

Abstract

Wandering spleen (WS), a rare clinical entity characterized by the absence or laxity of the spleen's normal suspensory ligaments, can lead to splenic torsion and subsequent acute abdominal presentation. This case report describes the successful laparoscopic management of a 12-year-old female patient who presented with acute abdomen secondary to a wandering spleen with torsion. A comprehensive review of the literature highlights the diagnostic challenges, therapeutic options, and the importance of timely intervention in managing this rare condition.