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it can decrease the lymphocytes and the red blood cell count
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∙ 12y agoThe liver and the lymphatic system take over the spleen's functions when it is removed.
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What is it called to surgically removal the spllen?
Spleen removal is called an open splenectomy or a laparoscopic splenectomy, depending upon how it is performed.
What is a splenectomy?
Splenectomy is the surgical removal of the spleen, which is an organ that is part of the lymphatic system.
What is One pleiotropic affect of sickle cell syndrome?
immunity to malaria
What organ do the job of the spleen after a spleenectomy?
Some of the jobs of the spleen are taken over by the liver, but not all. The spleen stores platelets for instance. This job is not done by anything after the spleen is removed, but this is really not too big of a deal. The spleen also takes apart red blood cells after they are dead and can reuse the material taken from them (This process also creates bilirubin which is taken by the liver and is an ingredient of bile, the substance stored in your gallbladder and used in digestion). The spleen is also part of your lymphatic and immune system, so there are some jobs that go undone. There are meds that patients of spleen removal must take for the rest of their life after a splenectomy.
Where is extra blood stored in human body?
The spleen
What is the medical term meaning surgical removal of spleen?
The surgical removal of the spleen is called a splenectomy.Splenectomy.Spleenectomy.
Can you prevent pneumonia with spleen removal?
No, the spleen has nothing to do with pneumonia, which is a lung condition.
Can thin blood affect you spleen?
Yes it can affect your spleen as the types of blood cells cannot work functionally to support your spleen.
What is the cpt code for partial removal of the spleen?
38100
Is it okay to drink after a spleen removal?
Yes My spleen is Gone and I drink all the time and I'm still alive
Can a ruptured spleen cause your appendix to become bad?
A ruptured spleen will not affect your appendix.
Does Mononucleosis affect the spleen?
It can. One of the common complications of infectious mononucleosis is an enlarged spleen, and less commonly rupture of the spleen.
What is it called to surgically removal the spllen?
Spleen removal is called an open splenectomy or a laparoscopic splenectomy, depending upon how it is performed.
What is a splenectomy?
Splenectomy is the surgical removal of the spleen, which is an organ that is part of the lymphatic system.
What is the special role of the tonsils the spleen?
Tonsils are the immune systems first-line of defense against inhaled pathogens. They produce T-cells, a type of white blood cell that aids in immunity. The spleen helps with immunity by purifying the blood and helps the immune system recognize and attack foreign antibodies.
What is the medical term meaning Hernia of the spleen?
Splenorrhexis means rupture of the spleen.Splenorrhexis
What health problems does spleen removal solve or prevent?
Removal of the spleen solves the problem of internal bleeding which then prevents death. Other than that, there is no health reason to remove it because it is part of the immune system and helps the body fight off infections.
