There are two diseases for which splenectomy is the only treatment--primary cancers of the spleen and a blood disorder called hereditary spherocytosis (HS).
There are two diseases for which a splenectomy is the only treatment--primary cancers of the spleen and a blood disorder called hereditary spherocytosis (HS).
Splenectomy has been regarded as the definitive treatment for this disease and is effective in about 70% of chronic ITP cases.
Preoperative preparation for nonemergency splenectomy includes: Correction of abnormalities of blood clotting and the number of red blood cells. Treatment of any infections. Control of immune reactions.
disadvantages of splenectomy?
There are three main courses of treatment: chemotherapy, splenectomy (surgical removal of the spleen), and immunotherapy
Treatment for spleen issues depends on the underlying cause. Common treatment options include medications, surgery to remove the spleen (splenectomy), or other procedures to address specific conditions like infections or blood disorders. It is essential to consult with a healthcare provider for a proper diagnosis and tailored treatment plan.
A splenectomy is the surgical removal of the spleen.
Splenectomy is the surgical removal of the spleen, which is an organ that is part of the lymphatic system.
Spleen removal is called an open splenectomy or a laparoscopic splenectomy, depending upon how it is performed.
In the severest cases, individuals with PKD will require multiple blood transfusions. In some of those cases, the spleen may be removed (splenectomy
The main risk of a splenectomy procedure is overwhelming bacterial infection, or postsplenectomy sepsis.
I didn't have one before my splenectomy, therefore do not plan to have one after.