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Splenectomy has been regarded as the definitive treatment for this disease and is effective in about 70% of chronic ITP cases.
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Advantages and disadvantages of splenectomy?
disadvantages of splenectomy?
What is effective at treating strep throat but not at treating the flu?
An antibiotic.
What is a splenectomy?
Splenectomy is the surgical removal of the spleen, which is an organ that is part of the lymphatic system.
Can you still own a dog after splenectomy?
I didn't have one before my splenectomy, therefore do not plan to have one after.
What are the risks of a splenectomy?
The main risk of a splenectomy procedure is overwhelming bacterial infection, or postsplenectomy sepsis.
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These medications are often effective at treating symptoms of impulsivity, inattention, and hyperactivity, which are hallmark features of the disorder.
Can you be in the military after having a splenectomy?
The USMEPCOM standards, from my understanding, say that you CAN join if your splenectomy was a result of trauma. However, if your splenectomy is a result of some sort of infection or disease such as lukemia then you're out of luck.
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Neurofeedback is effective in treating emotional overarousal, which is part of the symptomotology of Borderline Personality Disorder; however, there is no research to suggest that neurofeedback is effective at extinguishing the diagnosis.
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This medicine is effective in treating only nighttime heartburn, not daytime heartburn.
What is the cpt code laparoscopic splenectomy?
The CPT Code for laparoscopic splenectomey is 38120 (Laparoscopy, surgical, splenectomy)
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Ovide, a newer medication containing malathion, appears to be effective in treating patients with permethrin-resistant lice.
What is removed in a splenectomy?
The spleen.
