Spleen operations
Why do we need the spleen?
The spleen is a crucial, although small in size, organ of the body's lymphatic system, located in the left subcostal area. Despite the fact that its main functions are named as storage and filtration of blood, it also participates in blood formation and immune processes. It is not considered a vital organ, however, its role is undoubtedly great. The spleen is composed of pulp and is characterized by an almost complete lack of connective tissue, Therefore, operations on the spleen always require special mastery due to the complexity of suturing. The most common operation on this organ is its complete removal – splenectomy.
Spleen Diseases
The most common spleen pathologies include:
- damage due to trauma;
- neoplasms (benign, malignant);
- necrosis, abscesses;
- developmental defect (congenital);
- degenerative process;
- spleen damage, caused by pathological processes in other organs (splenomegaly). Splenomegaly is an enlargement of the spleen, which is not considered a disease in its own right. It is associated with metabolic disorders, enlargement of the lymph nodes, blood diseases, liver, cardiovascular system, ascites, infectious diseases, and other factors. When are spleen surgeries recommended? Indications for the removal of the spleen – splenectomy – include lymphomas of various etiologies, spleen injuries, abscesses, blood cancer, spherocytosis, autoimmune diseases, as well as ITP - idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura. Splenectomy can be complete or partial (resection) depending on the indications. Resection of the spleen, as an organ-preserving type of surgical intervention, is used for minor injuries, as well as benign neoplasms. This method is rarely chosen due to the increased risk of bleeding and minimal damage in case of complete removal.
Splenectomy can be performed by several methods: laparotomy, transthoracic, Laparoscopic operations on the spleen at Genesis Dnepr
This type of endovideosurgical intervention has a number of undeniable advantages over other methods, although it requires the clinic to have high-tech equipment and flawless surgical skill. These include minimal size of postoperative scars, constant video monitoring during the surgery, significantly less trauma, rapid recovery in the postoperative period with a reduced level of pain syndrome. Simultaneously with the removal or resection of the spleen during laparoscopy, there is an opportunity to perform a biopsy of adjacent organs to assess the development of the pathological process and its prevalence.
In the private clinic Genesis Dnepr, you will be provided with a full range of diagnostic measures followed by surgical intervention if indicated. For this purpose, you have at your disposal highly accurate modern equipment, comparable to European standards, professionalism of surgeons and clinic staff, as well as comfortable single rooms, where absolutely everything is provided for your speedy recovery!