Splenectomy means surgical removal of spleen. The spleen is a blood filled organ located in the upper left abdominal cavity. It is a storage organ for red blood cells and contains many specialized white blood cells called "macrophages" (disease fighting cells) which act to filter blood. The spleen is part of the immune system and also removes old and damaged blood particles from your system. The spleen helps the body identify and kill bacteria.
There are several reasons why a spleen might need to be removed, and the following list, though not all inclusive, includes the most common reasons.
How are these problems diagnosed?
An evaluation typically includes a complete blood count (CBC), a visual look at the blood cells placed on a glass slide called a 'smear', and often a bone marrow examination. Sometimes an ultrasound examination of your spleen, a computerized tomography (CT scan), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or nuclear scan is needed.
Complications
Complications following laparoscopic Splenectomy are infrequent, but you should consult your doctor regarding possible complications based on your specific case.
There are several reasons why a spleen might need to be removed, and the following list, though not all inclusive, includes the most common reasons.
How are these problems diagnosed?
An evaluation typically includes a complete blood count (CBC), a visual look at the blood cells placed on a glass slide called a 'smear', and often a bone marrow examination. Sometimes an ultrasound examination of your spleen, a computerized tomography (CT scan), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or nuclear scan is needed.
Complications
Complications following laparoscopic Splenectomy are infrequent, but you should consult your doctor regarding possible complications based on your specific case.
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