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22. Surgery of the Spleen


In this episode, Dr James Shapiro discusses surgery of the spleen. Topics covered include:



  • structure and function of the spleen

  • indications for splenectomy

  • preparing a patient for splenectomy

  • surgical approach to the spleen & complications of splenectomy

  • splenic artery aneurysm

  • OPSI (overwhelming post splenectomy infection)


Running time: 24:02




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