Gen surg

Question 1

What are the indications for splenectomy?

Answer 1

• Uncontrollable splenic bleeding
• Hilar vascular injuries
• Devascularised spleen

Question 2

What nerve is at risk during inguinal repair surgeries?

Answer 2

Ilio inguinal nerve - supplies innervation to the upper and medial part of the thigh along with the obturator nerve but also the roots of the penis and upper part of the scrotum