Preferred Label : drowned hilus sign;
Definition : Fluid collection surrounds the vessels of the splenic hilum on an intercostal ultrasound
following splenic trauma. Suggests hemoperitoneum.;
Source : Eisenberg, Ronald L. Atlas of Signs in Radiology.;
Origin ID : RID35180;
Associated condition(s)
Fluid collection surrounds the vessels of the splenic hilum on an intercostal ultrasound
following splenic trauma. Suggests hemoperitoneum.