Case Report of Successful Total Splenectomy for a Splenic Injury in an Adult Patient
Abstract
This paper describes a case report of emergency total splenectomy managed by laparotomy for a large lesion of the upper and middle pole of the spleen. When total splenectomy is performed, an increased risk of potentially lethal infections arises. Asplenia (absences of normal spleen function) and impaired splenic function are related to the increase of risk Laparotomy is a surgical procedure to make large incision over the abdominal area. After splenectomy surgery its leads to recurrence of anaemia.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Abdominal Trauma and Injuries
Trauma and Emergency Care Studies
Abdominal vascular conditions and treatments
Publication details
- Journal / source
- International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)
- Pages
- 696–697
- Publication date
- 13 February 2026
- Language
- EN