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What is the definition of Splenic Infarction?

Splenic infarction is the death of tissue (necrosis) in the spleen due to a blockage in blood flow.

What are the causes of Splenic Infarction?

Common causes of splenic infarction include:

  • Blood clots from the heart
  • Blood cancer, such as lymphoma or leukemia
  • Diseases in which the blood clots more easily, such as sickle cell disease
  • Inflammation of the pancreas or a mass in the pancreas pressing on the blood vessels to the spleen
Who are the top Splenic Infarction Local Doctors?
Elite in Splenic Infarction
Jae H. Im
Elite in Splenic Infarction
Jae H. Im
Incheon, KR 

Jae Im practices in Incheon, Republic of Korea. Im is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Splenic Infarction. Their top areas of expertise are Splenic Infarction, Typhus, Mononucleosis, and Encephalitis.

Natalie S. Evans
Advanced in Splenic Infarction
Dr. Natalie S. Evans
Internal Medicine
Advanced in Splenic Infarction
Dr. Natalie S. Evans
Internal Medicine

University Primary Care Practices Inc

158 W Main Rd, Suite 203, 
Conneaut, OH 
440-285-2960
Languages Spoken:
English
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Natalie Evans is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Conneaut, Ohio. Dr. Evans is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Splenic Infarction. Her top areas of expertise are Deep Vein Thrombosis, Pulmonary Embolism, Venous Insufficiency, Embolectomy, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Evans is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Dr. Carl C. Flink
Radiology
Advanced in Splenic Infarction
Dr. Carl C. Flink
Radiology

University Of Cincinnati Physicians Company LLC

7700 University Dr, 
West Chester, OH 
513-298-7325
Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish
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Carl Flink is a Radiologist in West Chester, Ohio. Dr. Flink is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Splenic Infarction. His top areas of expertise are Bronchogenic Cyst, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage. Dr. Flink is currently accepting new patients.

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Who are the sources who wrote this article ?

Published Date: August 18, 2025
Published By: LaQuita Martinez, MD, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Emory Johns Creek Hospital, Alpharetta, GA. Also reviewed by David C. Dugdale, MD, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.

What are the references for this article ?

Mohammed S, Rizvi H .Lymph nodes and extranodal lymphoid tissue, spleen and thymus. In: Cross SS, ed. Underwood's Pathology. 8th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2025:chap 22.

Ollila TA, Zayac AS, Schiffman FJ. The spleen and its disorders. In: Hoffman R, Benz EJ, Silberstein LE, et al, eds. Hematology: Basic Principles and Practice. 8th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2023:chap 156.