Splenectomy in large splenomegalies
Keywords:
spleen, surgeryAbstract
The paper contains a rev1s1on of 19 case histories of patients who underwent splenectomy due to splenomegaly, considering as such all spleens with a weight
above 260 grs. Age, sex, weight of spleen and surgical technique were considered. Prior ligature of splenic artery is deemed important since it prevents serious
hemorrhage and favours "self-transfusion". In view of the· fact that the first surgical act should consist of ligature of pedicle, the abdominal approach is advisable.
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