An improved technique for partial splenectomy.
Partial splenectomy should be a part of the armamentarium of every surgeon managing traumatized patients. Patients with hematologic disorders may also be candidates for partial splenic resection. An improved technique for partial splenic resection is presented.
Department of Surgery, Case Western Reserve University, School of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio 44109.
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D006801:Humans; D013156:Splenectomy / Q000379:methods*