Indications for splenectomy.
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.
Katz
Steven C
SC
Department of Surgery, New York University Medical Center and Bellevue Hospital Center, New York, NY, USA.
Pachter
H Leon
HL
D004194:Disease; D006801:Humans; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery; D018579:Patient Selection; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D013154:Spleen / Q000502:physiology; D013156:Splenectomy / Q000145:classification / Q000379:methods; D013158:Splenic Diseases / Q000601:surgery; D016896:Treatment Outcome