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What is removed in a splenectomy?
A splenectomy is the surgical removal of the spleen.
When is the spleen removed during a pancreatectomy?
If the disease affects the splenic artery or vein, the spleen is also removed.
Can you have surgery on your spleen?
it is possible to have surgery on a spleen, you can also have your spleen removed but only if its due to something serious, like a blood disorder etc.......the main 2 organs to ever get removed from humans is the appendix (appendicitis) and the gallbladder (mainly due to gallstones)
Can you join the military with your spleen removed?
It is generally possible to join the military with a removed spleen, but it depends on the specific requirements of the military branch and individual health assessment. A full medical evaluation would be needed to determine your eligibility, as the spleen plays a role in the body's immune system.
Can spleen stone be removed by medicines?
Medication may be prescribed for treatment of spleen stones. Drinking plenty of fluids is also another treatment to flush out the spleen stones.
How are harmful organism removed from your lymph?
the spleen and the lymph nodes
Does ruptured spleen heal itself?
Ruptured spleen does not heal itself. You have to go for surgical repair. Ruptured portion has to be removed.
If the spleen is removed what organ compenstae for its function?
After the spleen is removed, the liver and bone marrow can compensate for some of its functions. The liver can help with filtering blood and the bone marrow can take on some aspects of the spleen's role in immune response and blood cell production.
What are the Risks in not having a spleen?
Your spleen filters your blood and gets rid of old blood cells. If you have had your spleen surgically removed then over time your liver will start to take over these functions.
What happens if a cysts on spleen ruptures?
See a physician
What is the largest organ in the human body that can be removed without ill effect?
spleen
What happens to adults when the spleen is removed?
When the spleen is removed in adults (splenectomy), they are at higher risk for certain bacterial infections, particularly those caused by encapsulated bacteria like Streptococcus pneumoniae. This is because the spleen plays a key role in the immune system, especially in fighting off certain types of infections. After splenectomy, individuals should receive vaccinations and take preventive measures to reduce their risk of infection.
