What is Splenectomy?
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Splenectomy is the surgical removal of the spleen, which is an organ that is part of the lymphatic system. Splenectomies are performed for a variety of different reasons and with different degrees of urgency.
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How do members experience Splenectomy?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura | 7 | 2 | |
| Enlarged spleen | 4 | 0 | |
| Pyruvate kinase deficiency anemia | 4 | 0 | |
| Hereditary spherocytosis | 3 | 0 | |
| Pancreatic cancer | 2 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fatigue | 1 | |
| High platelet count | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 0 | |
| None | 2 |
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