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Splenectomy for Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura

open access: green, 1969
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Indications for Splenectomy

The American Surgeon™, 2006
In the new millennium, indications for splenectomy have expanded. Proper patient selection based on an understanding of the biology of each individual's disease is essential for a favorable outcome. We review the most common diseases for which surgeons may be called on to perform splenectomy and while highlighting potential pitfalls and caveats.
H. Leon Pachter, Steven C. Katz
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Splenectomy or radiation and splenectomy for hypersplenism in lymphosarcoma

Journal of Surgical Oncology, 1976
AbstractThis is a retrospective study of 14 patients with lymphosarcoma with hypersplenism. Eight patients received radiation to the spleen followed by splenectomy for recurrence of hypersplenism. Six patients underwent primary splenectomy for hypersplenism.Radiation decreases the size of the spleen but recurrence of hypersplenism is seen in an average
James T. Evans   +3 more
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Laparoscopic splenectomy

Seminars in Pediatric Surgery, 1998
The laparoscopic technique for splenectomy has become the preferred method for splenectomy at many institutions over the last 10 years. The advantages of laparoscopic splenectomy include a shortened postoperative hospitalization, improved cosmesis, and less analgesic requirements.
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Splenectomy for Disease [PDF]

open access: possible, 1984
Since the specific therapy for the group of diseases that require splenectomy is often in a state of flux and since some of the conditions are complicated by problems of coagulation, it is important that the indications and timing for surgery be worked out in close cooperation with an experienced hematologist.
Carol E. H. Scott-Conner   +1 more
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Splenectomy in the tropics

Transactions of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, 1948
Summary The usual causes of tropical splenomegaly in West Africa are mentioned. Splenectomy as a means of relieving pain and discomfort, and improving general health in certain chronic cases, is discussed. Pronounced sickling of the red cells in two instances suggests a possible contributory role by this trait in splenic enlargement among negroes ...
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SPLENECTOMY IN THE HORSE

Australian Veterinary Journal, 1978
SUMMARY Splenectomy was successfully performed on 2 aged horses to facilitate experimental studies of Babesia equi infection. Resection of part of the 17th rib provided the most acceptable approach and avoided many complications encountered on removing part of the 16th rib.
S. Groenendyk, M. C. Roberts
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