Spleen, Asian

Description

Positioned in the left hypochondriac region, the spleen sits posterolateral to the stomach and immediately inferior to the left hemidiaphragm, its convex diaphragmatic surface conforming to the inner aspect of ribs 9 to 11. Medially, the visceral surface faces the gastric fundus and upper pole of the left kidney, and the splenic hilum lies along this medial aspect where the splenic artery and vein enter and exit in relation to the tail of the pancreas. Semi-transparent integument and superficial musculoskeletal contours provide external orientation for this adult male figure. Orientation is clear. Clinical context often starts with anatomy this exact. Left upper quadrant trauma can lacerate the splenic parenchyma with significant intraperitoneal hemorrhage, and the rib-level relationship helps correlate physical exam tenderness or point-of-care ultrasound windows with likely splenic injury. Hilum-focused anatomy also matters for splenectomy and for vascular conditions such as splenic artery aneurysm, where proximity to the pancreatic tail influences operative planning and the risk of pancreatic fistula. Even in a simplified 3D model, the spatial relationship to the costal margin cues the typical radiation of pain to the left shoulder via diaphragmatic irritation (Kehr sign). Use this asset for gross anatomy teaching on the lymphatic system and abdominal viscera, for trauma modules covering FAST examination landmarks, or for surgical education content discussing hilar ligation and splenic preservation techniques. It also fits patient-facing materials where a full-body male model helps clinicians explain left upper quadrant symptoms while keeping the spleen’s position under the ribs intuitive. Anatomical accuracy verified by SciePro's Medical Advisory Board.