The surgical anatomy of the spleen.
The surgical embryology and anatomy of the spleen are reported with emphasis given to ligaments, blood supply, and segmentation. The anatomic entities involved with splenic surgery are presented. Surgical applications are emphasized. Knowledge of splenic anatomy and technique, with efforts to save the organ if possible, is paramount for good results.
Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia.
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Skandalakis
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Colborn
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Skandalakis
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Richardson
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Mitchell
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Skandalakis
D003097:Collateral Circulation; D006801:Humans; D008022:Ligaments / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000601:surgery; D013154:Spleen / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000196:embryology / Q000601:surgery*