Splenectomy
Abstract
Splenectomy can be performed by hilar occlusion of individual splenic branches, which is the most common approach for the removal of splenic tumors. If vessels are easy to identify, splenectomy can be performed by occlusion of the splenic artery and vein and the short gastric vessels and any anastomosing gastroepiploic vessels that may provide backflow to the transected tissues. This latter technique can be fast and does not result in gastric wall necrosis. Bipolar vessels sealing devices, such as the Ligasure, dramatically reduce splenectomy surgery time and are preferred by most surgeons.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Abdominal vascular conditions and treatments
Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques
Abdominal Trauma and Injuries
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Wiley eBooks
- Pages
- 132–137
- Publication date
- 27 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter