Groundbreaking Somali Case Study on Giant Splenic Epidermoid Cyst Published in International Journal of Surgery Open (2025)
Dr. Sumait Hospital is proud to announce the publication of an important new case report led by Dr. Abdullahi Abdirahman Omar and colleagues, titled:
📘 “Total Open Splenectomy for a Giant Epidermoid Cyst of the Spleen: A Rare Case Report and Review from a Low-Resource Setting in Somalia.”
Published in the International Journal of Surgery Open (2025) — an internationally indexed journal (Scopus, ISI, and PubMed) — this research highlights a rare surgical case successfully managed in a resource-limited Somali setting.
🧠 About the Study
Epidermoid cysts of the spleen are exceptionally rare, accounting for less than 10% of nonparasitic splenic cysts globally. In this case, the patient presented with a massive cyst causing abdominal distension and discomfort, posing both diagnostic and surgical challenges.
Through careful preoperative assessment and multidisciplinary teamwork, the surgical team at Dr. Sumait Hospitalperformed a total open splenectomy, ensuring complete removal of the cyst and preventing recurrence. The operation was conducted under resource constraints—demonstrating how skilled surgical practice and innovation can overcome systemic limitations in low-resource environments like Somalia.
🔬 Key Insights
- Rare presentation: Giant splenic epidermoid cysts are seldom reported, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Surgical excellence: The case highlights the effectiveness of total splenectomy as a definitive treatment in resource-limited settings.
- Knowledge contribution: The report provides valuable reference data for surgeons, radiologists, and pathologists managing similar cases.
- Capacity building: It underscores the growing research and surgical capacity within Somali medical institutions.
🌍 Why It Matters
This publication marks an important contribution to global surgical literature from Somalia, showcasing the country’s advancing clinical research and surgical capabilities. It also reflects Dr. Sumait Hospital’s mission to combine patient care with academic excellence, ultimately improving healthcare outcomes nationwide.
🔗 Read the full article here:https://journals.lww.com/ijsopen/fulltext/2025/10000/total_open_splenectomy_for_a_giant_epidermoid_cyst.16.aspx