Primary splenic torsion in the dog: Case report and literature review

This paper describes a case of chronic primary splenic torsion in a female Great Dane. Clinical signs had already been present for two weeks. A diagno sis was obtained by radiography and ultrasound. A successful splenectomy wa s performed and resulted in complete recovery of the animal. A literature r eview is given of primary splenic torsion in the dog, including a discussio n of the different manifestations, diagnosis, and treatment. Early diagnosi s and treatment are the key to a good prognosis.