The main risk of a splenectomy procedure is overwhelming bacterial infection, or postsplenectomy sepsis.
The chief risk following splenectomy is overwhelming bacterial infection, or postsplenectomy sepsis. Other risks following splenectomy include inflammation of the pancreas and collapse of the lungs. Excessive bleeding.
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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.
I didn't have one before my splenectomy, therefore do not plan to have one after.
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.
The CPT Code for laparoscopic splenectomey is 38120 (Laparoscopy, surgical, splenectomy)
Potential side effects of splenectomy include increased risk of infections, particularly from encapsulated bacteria, as well as an increased risk of blood clotting disorders and a potential decrease in immune function. Other possible side effects may include an increased risk of certain types of cancer and a higher susceptibility to certain viral infections. It is important to discuss these potential risks with a healthcare provider before undergoing a splenectomy procedure.
Because of the spleen's role in protecting people against infection, it should not be removed unless necessary. Splenectomies are performed in children only when the benefits outweigh the risks.
The main muscles that are involved in a splenectomy are those in the diaphragm. The spleen is located under these muscles.