Spleen Flashcards
1
Q
Largest réticuloendothélial organ T/f
A
True
2
Q
Weight of spleen
A
150g
3
Q
Indications for splenectomy
A
Trauma
Hematologic disorders( SCD, thalassemias, hereditary spherocytosis, itp,)
Splenic aneurysm
Splenic abscess
Sarcoidosis
Amyloidosis
Wandering spleen
Portal hypertension
4
Q
What are the treatments for splenic aneurysm
A
Repair if not close to the hilium
Splenectomy
Splenic artery embolization
5
Q
Splenic abscess is most commonly seen in what condition
A
SCD
