Disorders Of The Spleen Flashcards
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Symptoms of splenomegaly
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Generally well tolerated. Maybe complaints of abdominal pain and early satiety. Is easily palpable on physical examination
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Splenomegaly
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Enlargement of the spleen. Increase filtering and sequestering capacity, Lowering the number of circulating blood cells
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Treatment of Splenomegaly
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Splenectomy maybe indicated for evaluation or treatment. Maybe also performed for ruptures